Marriage Flashcards
1
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What did Jesus teach about marriage?
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- “made them male and female”
- “two will become one flesh”
3.” what God has joined together, let no one separate” - “Anyone who divorces his wife and marries another commits adultery”
2
Q
Christian Churches teach that God created marriage because…
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- So that a couple can have a lifelong relationship of love.
- So that couple can enjoy sex in the way God intended for procreation.
- To gain God’s grace
3
Q
Why is marriage important to Catholics?
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It is one of the 7 sacraments and it is a sign of grace. As a sacrament, it is not only between the bride and groom but also God.
4
Q
Why do Christians believe that marriage is important?
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- Marriage was created by God as a way of preserving society.
- It is the only acceptable to have a sexual relationship
- Christian families are brought about through marriage.
5
Q
What is an alternative teaching to marriage?
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- “It is good for them to stay unmarried, as am I” about unmarried people and widows
6
Q
Why do humanists and atheists believe marriage is a good thing?
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- It is a stable legal and financial backing for a relationship.
- More social acceptance of the relationship.
- A more stable home.
- A public ritual to declare and celebrate the couple’s love.
7
Q
What are some statistics about cohabiting and marriage?
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- 80% of 30 year olds say they have cohabited at some point in their lives.
- In 2012, marriages in England and Wales increased by 5%
- Same sex couples act 2013
8
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Christian responses to cohabitation
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- Roman Catholic Church and conservative Protestant Church condemn it and premarital sex.
- More liberal protestant argue that cohabitation is allowed but you must get married before having a family. Sexual relationship is only allowed in long-term relationships.
- Research published in 2014 showed in the USA 60% agree with premarital sex. 55% thought it appropriate to move in with someone after 6 months
