Ignatius of Antioch

Ἰγνάτιος Ἀντιοχείας (Known as "Theophorus")

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Born c. 35 CE

Antioch, Syria

Passed Away c. 108 CE Rome, Roman Empire

Lifespan 73 years old

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"I am the wheat of God, and I must be ground by the teeth of wild beasts to become the pure bread of Christ."

Archival Overview

Apostolic Father and Bishop of Antioch who authored seven celebrated letters defining the threefold ministry of bishops, the real Eucharist, and Christian martyrdom.

Biographical Record

Ignatius of Antioch (c. 35–108 CE) was an Apostolic Father and disciple of John the Apostle who governed the major Christian see of Antioch.

En route under armed guard to his execution in Rome, he composed seven foundational epistles defending the true incarnation of Christ and episcopal unity.

Key Life Milestones

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Seven Epistles Composed

Authored seven seminal epistles formulating early ecclesiology and Eucharistic doctrine.

108

Martyrdom in the Colosseum

Suffered martyrdom in the Flavian Amphitheatre during the reign of Emperor Trajan.

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Final Resting Place

Perpetual Memorial

Church of Saint Ignatius
Antioch, Turkey

                         GPS: 36.2021, 36.1606                    

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