Marriage in Christianity: Divine Origin, Covenant, and Sacrament

What is the union of a man and woman a sign of?

God's covenant to his people

Is marriage of human or divine origin?

Divine origin

What are the two goods of marriage and the purpose of sex?

1. The good of the man and woman pledged to each other 2. The procreation and education of children

What does indissoluble mean in the context of marriage?

Unbreakable / permanent

What did God say about mankind in Genesis 1:26-28?

God created mankind in his own image and commanded them to be fruitful and multiply.

What did God say about man being alone in Genesis 2:18?

It is not good for the man to be alone; He will make a helper suitable for him.

What is the significance of a man leaving his father and mother?

He is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.

What did Jesus say about divorce in Matthew 19:3-6?

What God has joined together, let no one separate.

How did the prophets view God's covenant?

As one of an exclusive married love, with God as the Bridegroom and Israel as the Bride.

What did the prophets prepare the people for?

A deeper understanding of the unity and indissolubility of married love.

How does the church view marriage?

As part of a divine plan and sees Jesus' presence at the wedding of Cana as a sign of His blessing.

What is the supreme gift of marriage?

Children

Why must marriage happen in the church?

It unites us to the Paschal mystery.

What does Ephesians 5:2, 21-33 say about husbands and wives?

Husband and wife must love each other as they do the church.

What is the affirmation Jesus gives towards marriage?

It is a sign of the goodness of marriage and reveals the Sacrament of Matrimony.