On the Duties of the Clergy

Written around A.D. 391, St. Ambroses treatise, which could easily be titled Concerning Christian Virtues, presents a rich tapestry of Christian ideals. Deeply valuing the sacred nature of the ministerial role, St. Ambrose passionately urges the clergy of his diocese to embody their high calling and serve as exemplary figures for their congregations. The text is marked by eloquent language, a noble style, and an abundance of vivid imagery and rhetoric, delivering philosophical and moral insights that are both profound and inspiring. (Summary by Euthymius)