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Synod of Laodicea

Local councils, NPNF II.14

Chapter 1

It is right, according to the ecclesiastical Canon, that the Communion should by indulgence be given to those who have freely and lawfully joined in second marriages, not having previously made a secret marriage; after a short space, which is to be spent by them in prayer and fasting.

Notes · Ancient Epitome of Canon I

A digamist not secretly married, after devoting himself for a short time to praying shall be held blameless afterwards.