What popular acclamation led to Ambrose being made Bishop of Milan?
Successful military campaign
Charitable works
Unexpected popular acclamation
Papal decree
Answer
Ambrose was elected bishop of Milan in 374 AD by an unexpected popular acclamation. He was not a priest or deacon at the time, but he was a respected and popular figure in the city, and the people wanted him to lead them. Ambrose was initially reluctant to accept the position, but he eventually agreed.
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