Synodicon of the Ecumenical Patriarchate

The Synodicon of the Ecumenical Patriarchate refers to a formal record or collection of decisions, statements, and teachings made by the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, one of the oldest and most significant centers of Eastern Orthodoxy. It serves to document the rulings of synods (church councils) and outline the theological stances of the church on various issues. The Synodicon is important for guiding clergy and laypeople in understanding their faith and the official positions of the church throughout history, helping maintain unity and continuity in Orthodox Christian teachings and practices.