Paragraph 1639

1639. The consent by which the spouses mutually give and receive one another is sealed by God himself.141 From their covenant arises “an institution, confirmed by the divine law, . . . even in the eyes of society.”142 The covenant between the spouses is integrated into God’s covenant with man: “Authentic married love is caught up into divine love.”143


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

493. Although it says only “you shall not commit adultery” why does the sixth commandment forbid all sins against chastity?

226. What is the link between the sacraments and the Church?

421. Where does one find the New Law?

570. What is meditation?

65. What is the relationship between the work of creation and the work of redemption?

539. What is the role of prayer in the mission of the prophets?

305. When is a person obliged to confess mortal sins?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

What are Deuteronomy’s teachings on gratitude to God?

What does it mean to love God and neighbor and what is the importance of this teaching in the Bible?

What is the message behind the parable of the Pharisee and the Publican?

How important is the supremacy of Christ according to Colossians 1:15-20?

How are God’s justice and mercy revealed in Isaiah? (Isaiah 58:1-14)

What is the role of God’s people in promoting social justice, according to Amos 5:24?

What is Jeremiah’s message about God’s unconditional love?