Scripture, tradition and church authority
Scripture is received within apostolic tradition and the life of the churches. The first three ecumenical councils are shared authorities; later councils and local synods have distinct reception. No Roman universal jurisdiction or later Byzantine council can simply be assigned to this family.
Key points
- Scripture is received within apostolic tradition and the life of the churches. The first three ecumenical councils are shared authorities; later councils and local synods have distinct reception. No Roman universal jurisdiction or later Byzantine council can simply be assigned to this family.
Scripture
- 2 Thessalonians 2:15 — Read the literary context. Later ecclesial reception is supplied by the named source, not established by the passage alone.