MARRIAGE - REMARRIAGE

Divorce, Sexuality and Benefits of remaining Single

Webster Dictionary 1828 Definition:

MAR'RIAGE, noun [Latin mas, maris.]

The act of uniting a man and woman for life; wedlock; the legal union of a man and woman for life. marriage is a contract both civil and religious, by which the parties engage to live together in mutual affection and fidelity, till death shall separate them. marriage was instituted by God himself for the purpose of preventing the promiscuous intercourse of the sexes, for promoting domestic felicity, and for securing the maintenance and education of children.

Marriage is honorable in all and the bed undefiled. Hebrews 13:4

1. A feast made on the occasion of a marriage

The kingdom of heaven is like a certain king, who made a marriage for his son. Matthew 22:2.

2. In a scriptural sense, the union between Christ and his church by the covenant of grace. Revelation 19:7.

Locations in the KJV of Bible with verses related to this subject:

Romans 7:1-3       Marriage and remarriage

1 Corinthians 7         Paul’s message on marriage. Rules and benefits. Benefits to remaining Single. Sexuality is also addressed.

1 Corinthians 11:3-12          Divine Order for moral government designed by God: Woman submits to Man; Man submits to God.

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