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How do we know that the concept of marriage is divinely ordained?

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Marriage is divinely ordained as it was established by God in creation, as depicted in Genesis and reiterated by Jesus in the Gospels.

The divine origin of marriage is rooted in the creation account found in Genesis 2:24, where God commands that a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, becoming one flesh. This foundational principle establishes marriage as a covenantal relationship designed by God. Jesus reaffirmed this view of marriage, emphasizing its sacredness and uniqueness. Even within the New Testament, Paul elaborates on this divine institution, equating it with Christ's union with the Church, thus validating its importance and permanence in God’s covenantal plan for humanity. Family units established under God’s design serve a greater purpose in reflecting His beauty and order.
Scripture References: Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:4-6

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