A Guide to the Eastern Code

Over twenty scholars from eight countries have contributed to this commentary on the Codex Canonum Ecclesiarum Orientalium, promulgated by Pope John Paul II in 1990. Among them are well-known names like I. Zuzek, J. Gaudemet, R. Metz, W. Aymans-all involved in the formulation of the canons of this Eastern Code of the Catholic Church. S. Manna comments on the supreme authority in the Church, J. Faris on the canons on the patriarchs and metropolitans, M. Brogi on bishops, exarchs, and interecclesial assemblies. J. Prador comments on the canons of marriage, D. Salachas on the other sacraments, G. Feliciani on the Christian faithful and their rights and obligations, and F. Morrisey on the power of governance. The Guide is a concise one-volume commentary for students, teachers, pastors, and lawyers, as well as interested enquirers.