954746 The Martyrdom of St. Ignatius of Antioch in the Colosseum (fresco) (b/w) by Ghezzi, Pier Leone (1674-1755); San Clemente, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Ignatius of Antioch ((c. 35 or 50) - (from 98 to 117)) was among the Apostolic Fathers, was the third Bishop of Antioch, and was a student of John the Apostle. En route to Rome, where according to Christian tradition he met his martyrdom by being fed to wild beasts, he wrote a series of letters which have been preserved as an example of very early Christian theology. Important topics addressed in these letters include ecclesiology, the sacraments, and the role of bishops.); Alinari; Italian, out of copyright. PLEASE NOTE: Bridgeman Images works with the owner of this image to clear permission. If you wish to reproduce this image, please inform us so we can clear permission for you.