CCC 1: Indissolubility of Marriage in Christianity

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According to 1 Cor 7:10-11, what is the instruction given regarding marriage separation?

The wife should not separate from her husband, but if she does, remain single or reconcile with her husband. (correct)

The wife should seek a legal separation from her husband and then decide on reconciliation.

The wife should immediately divorce her husband and seek a new partner.

The wife should separate from her husband and live independently.

What does Rom 7:2-3 highlight about the marital bond?

A married woman can freely remarry while her husband is alive.

A married woman remains bound to her husband as long as he lives, and only death dissolves the marital bond. (correct)

A married woman is free to divorce her husband at any time.

A married woman can live with another man without consequences.

In Eph 5:25-27, what quality of love is emphasized for husbands?

Authentic love demonstrated through self-sacrifice (correct)

Selfish love

Indifferent love

Conditional love

What role does Eph 5:22-24 assign to wives in relation to their husbands?

To be submissive and subject to their husbands as to the Lord Signup and view all the answers

According to CCC, what is Christian marriage considered as?

An efficacious sign, a sacrament of the covenant of Christ and the Church Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the provided text, what significance does marriage hold for baptized persons?

'Marriage between baptized persons is considered a true sacrament of the New Covenant, signifying and communicating grace. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Church see in Jesus' presence at the wedding feast in Cana?

Confirmation of the goodness of marriage Signup and view all the answers

How did Jesus view the union of man and woman according to the text?

As indissoluble, in line with God's original plan Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus restore through his actions according to the text?

The original order of creation disturbed by sin Signup and view all the answers

In what context does St. Paul discuss unity between a man and his wife?

In reference to Christ and the Church Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as necessary for spouses to understand the original meaning of marriage?

Following Christ, renouncing themselves, and taking up their crosses Signup and view all the answers

What is a key element in living marriage in the new dimension of God's Reign?

"Renouncing themselves, and taking up their crosses" Signup and view all the answers

Why did Moses permit men to divorce their wives?

Because of man's 'hardness of heart' Signup and view all the answers

What did the prophets do to prepare the Chosen People for a deepened understanding of marriage?

Elevated the spiritual life Signup and view all the answers

In the Old Testament, what is the purpose of protecting the wife from arbitrary domination by the husband?

Ensuring fairness in marriage relationships Signup and view all the answers

What has tradition always seen in the Song of Solomon?

Unique expression of human love reflecting God's love Signup and view all the answers

What does Tobit 8:4b-9 bear witness to regarding marriage?

Fidelity and tenderness of spouses Signup and view all the answers

In the context provided, what does the 'elevation of the spiritual life' refer to regarding marriage?

'Spiritualizing' marital love and relationships Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Indissolubility of Marriage

The Lord teaches that a wife should not separate from her husband, and if she does, she should remain single or be reconciled to her husband (1 Cor 7:10-11).
A married woman is bound to her husband as long as he lives, but if her husband dies, she is discharged from the law concerning the husband (Rom 7:2-3).

Authentic Love, Self-Sacrifice, and Commitment

Husbands should love their wives as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her (Eph 5:25-27).
Wives should be subject to their husbands as to the Lord, as the church is subject to Christ (Eph 5:22-24).

Christian Marriage as a Sacrament

Christian marriage is an efficacious sign of the covenant of Christ and the Church.
Marriage between baptized persons is a true sacrament of the New Covenant.

Old Testament Perspective

Polygamy was not explicitly rejected in the Old Testament, but the law given to Moses protected wives from arbitrary domination by their husbands.
The prophets prepared the Chosen People's conscience for a deepened understanding of the unity and indissolubility of marriage.

New Testament Perspective

Jesus' presence at the wedding at Cana confirms the goodness of marriage and proclaims that marriage will be an efficacious sign of Christ's presence (Jn 2:1-11, CCC 1613).
Jesus taught the original meaning of the union of man and woman as the Creator willed it from the beginning (Mt 19:8, CCC 1614).
The matrimonial union of man and woman is indissoluble, as God has determined it (Mt 19:6, CCC 1614).

Unity and Efficacious Sign of Christ's Presence

The matrimonial union of man and woman is a great mystery, referring to Christ and the Church (Eph 5:25-26, 31-32, Gen 2:24, CCC 1616).
By following Christ and taking up their crosses, spouses can "receive" the original meaning of marriage and live it with the help of Christ.

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