1631. This is the reason why the Church normally requires that the faithful contract marriage according to the ecclesiastical form. Several reasons converge to explain this requirement:132
– Sacramental marriage is a liturgical act. It is therefore appropriate that it should be celebrated in the public liturgy of the Church;
– Marriage introduces one into an ecclesial order, and creates rights and duties in the Church between the spouses and towards their children; – Since marriage is a state of life in the Church, certainty about it is necessary (hence the obligation to have witnesses);
– the public character of the consent protects the “I do” once given and helps the spouses remain faithful to it.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
540. What is the importance of the Psalms in prayer?
128. Why is the Resurrection at the same time a transcendent occurrence?
283. What is the meaning of transubstantiation?
428. Are all called to Christian holiness?
114. How did Jesus conduct himself in regard to the Law of Israel?
378. What are the human virtues?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
Love and friendship: the importance of relationships in life (Ecc 4:9-12)
How did King Asa restore true worship and win the war against Ethiopia in 1 Kings 15:9-24?
The Woman and the Dragon: The Struggle Between Good and Evil (Revelation 12:1-17)
How to be generous and share with those in need?
What does Hosea 7:14-16 reveal about God’s judgment against hypocrisy?
