The Canons of the 217 Blessed Fathers who assembled at Carthage 46

46 Canon XLVI

Concerning the passions of the martyrs.

The passions of the Martyrs may be read when their anniversary days are celebrated.

Note.

Ancient Epitome of Canon XLVI.

The passions of the martyrs are to be read on their commemorations.

This canon is the last part of Canon xxxvj. of the Synod of Hippo, a.d. 393.

Philip Schaff and Henry Wace (eds.), New York: Christian Literature Publishing Co., 1890-1900. Public domain: English translation first published 1885-1900 (Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Second Series).