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Canon Law
Canon Law is the body of laws and regulations made by ecclesiastical authority for the government of the Church.
Canon Law (Codex Iuris Canonici) is the legal system of the Catholic Church, designed to guide the community toward the salvation of souls (CCC 120, 1635). It provides the norms for the sacraments, the hierarchy, and the administrative life of the Church (CCC 1635).
Order in the Church
The Code of Canon Law ensures that the Church operates with order and justice (CCC 1635). It is rooted in both divine law and human traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Canon Law change? Yes, ecclesiastical laws can be updated by the Pope, while divine laws remain immutable (CCC 120).
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