Divorce Flashcards
What do Roman Catholics believe about divorce?
Divorce is wrong. They understand that some marriages do not succeed so the church will give them assistance in helping them resolve their differences. When that fails, the Catholic Church permits a couple to separate and live apart but. A not have a sexual relationship with another person because that would be adultery.
Define divorce
The legal ending of a marriage.
What happens if the marriage was invalid? Can they divorce?
The church can officially annul a marriage, declaring the marriage a false one and it is cancelled.
When can an annulment be granted?
If one of the couple is under-age, forced to marry or was unaware of their actions due to diminished responsibility.
What quote supports the Roman Catholic views on divorce?
“Therefore what God has brought together, let no man separate.”
What are the Church of England views on divorce?
They understand that although marriage is for life, things may not always work out. So, the priest will try to help them resolve their differences but if they are unable to they accept divorce sometimes happens and it may be the kindest solution as it may end in conflict.
Why is divorce permitted by the Church of England?
Because God would not want people to be unhappy, and forcing a couple to remain trapped in a loveless marriage would hurt them and their family, so divorce is the kindest thing to do.
When does a marriage typically end?
When love dies between a couple as well as the death of a partner.
How is divorce brought about?
Only the Orthodox Church will permit a religious divorce otherwise it is dealt with through the courts.
When is divorce permitted?
Divorce is permitted for the irretrievable breakdown of a marriage due to adultery, unreasonable behaviour, separation for 2 years with consent and 5 years without consent.
What are the Roman Catholic beliefs on re-marriage?
Roman Catholics do not permit a re-marriage after a civil divorce. This is because the divorce partner is making promises in the presence of God that they have already broken before. The church allows them to refuse to carry out a re-marriage.
What are other Christian views on re-marriage?
Other Christians accept re-marriage because Jesus also taught them forgiveness after someone makes a mistake.
What are muslim views on divorce?
Divorce is allowed but only as a last resort. Reconciliation should be attempted before divorce as Muslims accept that sometimes marriages sometimes break down. It should be done if marriage brings unhappiness to the couple and to their children and relatives.
