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Council of Chalcedon (451)

Ecumenical councils, NPNF II.14

16. Canon 16

It is not lawful for a virgin who has dedicated herself to the Lord God, nor for monks, to marry; and if they are found to have done this, let them be excommunicated. But we decree that in every place the bishop shall have the power of indulgence towards them.

Notes · Ancient Epitome of Canon XVI

Monks or nuns shall not contract marriage, and if they do so let them be excommunicated.