Canon LXXV. (Greek
lxxviii.)
Of asking from the Emperors defenders of the
Churches.
On
account of the afflictions of
the poor by whose troubles the Church is worn out without any
intermission, it seemed good to all that the Emperors be asked to allow
defenders for them against the power of the rich to be chosen under the
supervision of the bishops.
Notes.
Ancient Epitome of Canon
LXXV.
That the bishop be not annoyed, let Defensors be
appointed.
This is Canon X. of Carthage, September, 401.
Johnson.
See note on Can. Chalcedon, 23.