Jerome
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0347 – 0420
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Who was Jerome?
Saint Jerome was a Latin Christian priest, confessor, theologian and historian, who also became a Doctor of the Church. He was the son of Eusebius, of the city of Stridon, on the border of Dalmatia and Pannonia. He is best known for his translation of the Bible into Latin, and his commentaries on the Gospel of the Hebrews. His list of writings is extensive.
He is recognised as a saint by the Catholic Church, the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Lutheran Church, and the Church of England. Jerome is commemorated on 30 September with a memorial.
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- Born
- 0347
Štrigova - Also known as
- St. Jerome
- Saint Jerome
- Eusebius Sophronius Hieronymus
- Siblings
- Profession
- Died
- Sep 30, 0420
Bethlehem
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on July 23, 2013
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