WCF 24 Marriage and Divorce Flashcards
1
Q
Where does God ordain marriage?
A
Gen. 2:24
2
Q
What are the four purposes of marriage?
A
Mutual help
Increase of mankind
Increase the Church
Prevent uncleanness
3
Q
What is meant by consanguinity?
A
Blood relatives can’t marry if closer than cousin
4
Q
What is meant by affinity?
A
Relatives by marriage can’t marry to the same degree as consanguinity. (See Mark 6, Matt. 14)
5
Q
What are biblical grounds for divorce?
A
Adultery, desertion
