Ambrose is venerated as the patron saint of what two things?
Milan and beekeepers
Rome and bakers
Athens and potters
Jerusalem and carpenters
Answer
Ambrose was a fourth-century bishop of Milan who is venerated as a saint by the Catholic Church. He is also the patron saint of beekeepers and Milan. The association with beekeepers may stem from his writings about bees, or from the fact that his name means "bee." The association with Milan is likely due to his role as bishop of the city.
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