Paragraph 1647

1647. The deepest reason is found in the fidelity of God to his covenant, in that of Christ to his Church. Through the sacrament of Matrimony the spouses are enabled to represent this fidelity and witness to it. Through the sacrament, the indissolubility of marriage receives a new and deeper meaning.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

242. What is the function of the liturgical year?

294. Why is the Eucharist a “pledge of future glory”?

345. What is required when one of the spouses is not a Catholic?

470. What is forbidden by the fifth commandment?

68. Why does the human race form a unity?

576. Is it possible to pray always?

1. What is the plan of God for man?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

God’s Holiness and the Call to Holiness: What Does the Book of Leviticus Teach Us About God’s Holiness and Our Responsibility to Be Holy? (Leviticus 11:44-45; 19:2)

What does Titus 2:7-8 teach about the standard of conduct for the church?

What is the role of the law in the Old Testament, according to Galatians 3:10-14?

What is the story of Abimelech and forgiveness in Judges 9:22-57?

What is the teaching on leading humble servants in 3 John 1:1-4?

What does the Bible teach about the importance of humility and modesty?

What does James 5:7-11 teach us about patience in times of suffering?