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Year 8: Church History: Council of Chalcedon

Council of Chalcedon

Held in 451, the Council of Chalcedon was the fourth ecumenical council. It was called by the emperor Marcian and its main purpose was to settle debate around the nature of Christ.

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Council of Chalcedon
Brief summary.
Monophysite
Explanation of Monophysitism, which was rejected at the Council of Chalcedon.
Two natures of Christ
By rejecting Monophysitism, the Council of Chalcedon affirmed that Jesus had two natures.

What happened at the Council of Chalcedon?

Council of Chalcedon: Facts for kids - Kids Encyclopedia (Kpedia)
Council of Chalcedon - World History Encyclopedia
A lot of background detail in this article, but a good summary of the Council and its consequences.
8 facts about the Council of Chalcedon - The Catalogue of Good Deeds
Facts about the Council of Chalcedon and a reflection on its relevance today.