Jerome of Stridon was a Christian scholar and translator born around 347 AD in Stridon, a town located in the Roman province of Dalmatia. He is best known for his translation of the Bible into Latin, known as the Vulgate, which became the standard version of the Bible for the Roman Catholic Church. Jerome was also a prominent theologian and wrote extensively on various topics, including biblical exegesis and monasticism. Throughout his life, Jerome lived in various places, including Antioch and Bethlehem, where he spent his later years. He was known for his ascetic lifestyle and dedication to scholarship. Jerome's works and translations significantly influenced Christian thought and the development of biblical studies in the Western Church.