Peter Chrysologus was a fifth-century Italian prelate who served as the Bishop of Ravenna from approximately 433 until his death in 450. Born in Imola, he was educated and ordained by Bishop Cornelius before being appointed to the see of Ravenna by Pope Sixtus III. He earned the nickname "golden-worded" due to his eloquent speech, and he is widely recognized as the "Doctor of Homilies" because of his concise, impactful, and theologically profound sermons.