THEOSISAmbrose of Milan
As the one who was announced by such celestial wonders matured, his thoughts turned toward the institution of marriage. Perhaps his spirit was seeking to move away from the burdensome and intense desires typical of youth, or perhaps this was an opportunity provided for him to challenge the strength of the Philistines and liberate his people from their severe oppression. Upon arriving in Phimnatha, which was one of the cities inhabited by the Philistines at that time, he encountered a girl distinguished by her beauty in both form and face. He requested her parents, who were journeying with him, to allow him to take her as his wife.