Cathedral Tour - Windows of St. Agnes Cathedral - St. Athanasius and St. Ambrose

 

St. Athanasius

Born 296 (?) Died 373

Bishop of Alexandria, Egypt and Doctor of the Church. He is shown holding an open book as a symbol of his role in dispelling paganism and heresy.

St. Athanasius' Feast Day is May 2nd.

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St. Ambrose

Born 340 (?) Died 397

Bishop of Milan, Italy and Doctor of the Church.  Pictured holding a beehive as a symbol of his title as "Honey Tongued Doctor" bestowed for his speaking and preaching ability.

St. Ambrose's Feast Day is December 7th.

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