An otherwise unknown second-century Christian, Ignatius was taken from Antioch to Rome in an imperial triumph, to be executed in the arena. He saw this triumphal procession as Christ's, as he went to a conquering death.
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Ignatius of Antioch, also known as Theophorus (the God-bearer), was an early Christian bishop and an Apostolic Father. According to tradition, he was a student of the Apostle John. While en route to his martyrdom in Rome, he penned a series of letters that offer profound insights into early Christian theology. These influential writings explore crucial themes such as ecclesiology, the sacraments, and the vital role of bishops within the church.