Council of Synnada

The Council of Synnada was a regional church gathering held in the city of Synnada (modern-day Turkey) around 314-315 AD. It aimed to address issues concerning Christian doctrine, church discipline, and heresies within the local church communities. The council sought to clarify teachings, uphold orthodox beliefs, and resolve disputes among believers. Such councils were common in early Christianity as ways to maintain unity and theological consistency across different regions. The Synnada council contributed to shaping local church policies during a formative period for Christianity before it became the dominant religion of the Roman Empire.