Definition and Context
Marrying, in the biblical context, refers to the covenantal union between a man and a woman, established by God as a foundational institution for human society. This union is designed for companionship, procreation, and the mutual support of the husband and wife. The Bible presents marriage as a sacred covenant that reflects the relationship between Christ and the Church.

Biblical Foundations
The concept of marriage is introduced in the early chapters of Genesis. Genesis 2:24 states, "For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and they will become one flesh." This verse establishes the principle of leaving and cleaving, highlighting the exclusivity and permanence of the marital bond.

Marriage as a Covenant
Marriage is consistently portrayed as a covenantal relationship. Malachi 2:14 refers to marriage as a covenant: "Yet you ask, 'For what reason?' Because the LORD has been a witness between you and the wife of your youth, against whom you have dealt treacherously, though she is your companion and your wife by covenant." This underscores the seriousness and divine witness of the marital vows.

Roles and Responsibilities
The New Testament provides further insight into the roles and responsibilities within marriage. Ephesians 5:22-33 outlines the mutual submission and love required in marriage: "Wives, submit to your husbands as to the Lord... Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself up for her." This passage emphasizes sacrificial love and respect as central to the marital relationship.

Marriage and Purity
The Bible upholds the sanctity and purity of marriage. Hebrews 13:4 declares, "Marriage should be honored by all and the marriage bed kept undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers." This verse calls for fidelity and purity within the marriage covenant, warning against sexual immorality.

Marriage and Divorce
While marriage is intended to be a lifelong commitment, the Bible addresses the issue of divorce. Jesus speaks on this matter in Matthew 19:6 : "So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate." Divorce is permitted in certain circumstances, such as marital unfaithfulness, but it is not encouraged.

Marriage as a Reflection of Christ and the Church
The relationship between Christ and the Church is often used as a metaphor for marriage. Ephesians 5:31-32 states, "For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh. This mystery is profound, but I am speaking about Christ and the church." This analogy elevates the spiritual significance of marriage, portraying it as a living illustration of divine love and unity.

Cultural and Historical Considerations
In biblical times, marriages were often arranged and served to strengthen family alliances and social ties. The cultural context of marriage in the Bible includes practices such as dowries and betrothals, which differ from contemporary Western customs. Despite these cultural variations, the biblical principles of love, fidelity, and covenant remain constant.

Conclusion
The Bible presents marriage as a divine institution with profound spiritual and social implications. It is a covenantal relationship that requires love, respect, and commitment, reflecting the union between Christ and His Church.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Marry.1060. gameo -- to marry
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1961. hayah -- to fall out, come to pass, become, be
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lies (1), lived* (1), lives (1), made (3), marry* (4), marrying* (1), numbered ...
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376. ish -- man
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the men (1), manchild (1), mankind* (1), marry* (1), marrying* (1), men (669 ...
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1166. baal -- to marry, rule over
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Whether Irregularity is Contracted by Marrying one who is not a ...
... OF BIGAMY AND OF THE IRREGULARITY CONTRACTED THEREBY (FIVE ARTICLES) Whether
irregularity is contracted by marrying one who is not a virgin? ...
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Alypius Indeed Kept Me from Marrying; Alleging that So could we by ...
... Book VI Chapter XII Alypius indeed kept me from marrying; alleging that
so could we by no means with? Alypius indeed kept me from ...
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What is Meant by Abraham's Marrying Keturah after Sarah's Death.
... Book XVI. Chapter 34."What is Meant by Abraham's Marrying Keturah After Sarah's
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Before Christ it was a Time for Marrying; Since Christ it Has Been ...
... Book I. Chapter 14 [XIII.]"Before Christ It Was a Time for Marrying;
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Marriage Good: Celibacy Preferable.
... Christ's advent was intended to dissolve wedlock, (and) to abolish marriage talons;
as if from this period onward [360] I were prescribing an end to marrying. ...
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From Patriarchal, Tertullian Comes to Legal, Precedents.
... Therefore a wife, when her husband is dead, will not marry; for if she marry, she
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Further Remarks Upon the Apostle's Language.
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Second Marriage a Species of Adultery, Marriage Itself Impugned ...
... It does not suffice you to have fallen back, by marrying, from that highest grade
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Whether it was Lawful for a Divorced Wife to have Another Husband?
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Marrying (7 Occurrences)
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Sending (188 Occurrences)
... Luke 16:18 Every one who is sending away his wife, and marrying another, doth commit
adultery; and every one who is marrying her sent away from a husband doth ...
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Samson (37 Occurrences)
... His parents objected to the alliance (Judges 14:3), but Samson's motive in marrying
her was that he "sought an occasion against the Philistines" At the wedding ...
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Naomi (25 Occurrences)
... The public treasury was often placed in Nanaea's temple; this, Epiphanes was anxious
to secure under the pretext of marrying the goddess and receiving the ...
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Noe (6 Occurrences)
... Matthew 24:38 For as in the days that were before the flood they were eating and
drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noe entered into ...
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Nanaea
... The public treasury was often placed in Nanaea's temple; this, Epiphanes was anxious
to secure under the pretext of marrying the goddess and receiving the ...
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Unfaithfully (19 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 13:27 And should we hearken to you to do all this great evil, to act
unfaithfully to our God by marrying foreign wives? (DBY NAS). ...
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Giving (611 Occurrences)
... Matthew 24:38 For as in those days which were before the flood they were eating
and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noah entered ...
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Flood (70 Occurrences)
... Matthew 24:38 For as in those days which were before the flood they were eating
and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noah entered ...
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Transgress (26 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 13:27 Shall we then hearken unto you to do all this great evil, to
transgress against our God in marrying strange wives? (KJV WBS). ...
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