About This Project

About The Rudder The Rudder (Pedalion)

The Rudder (Pedalion) is a comprehensive digital library containing the canons of the Orthodox Church. This collection includes 730+ canons from 27 councils and fathers, providing a complete resource for the study of Orthodox canon law.

Each canon includes the original text, interpretations, cross-references to other canons and biblical passages, and topical indexing for easy navigation and research.

This digital edition makes these important ecclesiastical texts accessible for study, research, and reference purposes, preserving the rich tradition of Orthodox canon law in a modern, searchable format.

Features

✨ Features

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Complete Canon Collection: All 730+ canons from 27 councils and fathers
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Advanced Search: Search across titles, content, and interpretations
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Topical Index: Browse canons by topics and themes
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Cross-References: Links between canons and biblical passages
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Interpretations: Detailed explanations and commentary
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Responsive Design: Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
Councils and Fathers

🏛️ Councils and Fathers

Holy Apostles

85 canons - The foundational canons of the Church

Ecumenical Councils

189 canons - From the 7 Ecumenical Councils

Regional Councils

Various regional synods and councils

Holy Fathers

Canonical epistles and writings of the Fathers

St. Basil the Great

92 canons - Extensive canonical writings

Other Fathers

Various other canonical writings and epistles