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1. Church

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   The Role of Councils
   Ecumenical Councils served as the primary mechanism for defining the boundaries and doctrines of the Church, particularly concerning Christological Formulations. The authority vested in these assemblies varies significantly by tradition. While early Councils operated with input from papal legates, subsequent history, particularly in the West, saw an evolution towards recognizing the Bishop of Rome's ultimate right to c…

2. Social Structure

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   Power Distribution and Governance
   The distribution of social power determines the capacity of certain groups to enforce their will over others. Formal political structures delineate explicit power hierarchies (states, councils), but informal power structures, often rooted in control over esoteric knowledge or non-tradable commodities (like certified nostalgia), are equally potent.
   Many…