Word: christoforo
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Dates: during 1970-1979
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...pauses to note Augustine's surprise when he found that Ambrose could read silently to himself-a rare skill in the ancient world. Discussing the opening of the Council of Trent, the great 16th century Catholic assembly that began the Counter Reformation, he observes how Christoforo Madruzzo, the host bishop, opened the meeting with a 74-dish banquet and 100-year-old wine. After dinner, Madruzzo led off the dancing with ladies...
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