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First Council of Nicaea (325)

Ecumenical councils, NPNF II.14

7. Canon 7

Since custom and ancient tradition have prevailed that the Bishop of Ælia [i.e., Jerusalem] should be honoured, let him, saving its due dignity to the Metropolis, have the next place of honour.

Notes · Ancient Epitome of Canon VII

Let the Bishop of Ælia be honoured, the rights of the Metropolis being preserved intact.

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