What Does the Bible Say About Marriage?
Key Scriptures and spiritual guidance on marriage
The Bible addresses marriage as a sacred union instituted by God between a man and a woman. In Genesis, it is stated that a man shall leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and they will become one flesh. Throughout the Bible, marriage is depicted as a symbol of the relationship between Christ and the Church, emphasizing love, commitment, and mutual respect. The Bible also provides guidance on roles within marriage, highlighting the importance of love, submission, and selflessness.
Bible Verses About Marriage
Genesis 2:24
“That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.”
Ephesians 5:25
“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.”
1 Corinthians 7:3-5
“The husband should fulfill his marital duty to his wife, and likewise the wife to her husband. The wife does not have authority over her own body but yields it to her husband. In the same way, the husband does not have authority over his own body but yields it to his wife.”
Proverbs 18:22
“He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the Lord.”
Hebrews 13:4
“Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure...”
Colossians 3:14
“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”
Mark 10:9
“Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.”
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