Definition and Context:
The term "marries" refers to the act of entering into the covenant of marriage, a sacred institution established by God. Marriage is a union between a man and a woman, designed for companionship, procreation, and mutual support. It is a lifelong commitment that reflects the relationship between Christ and the Church.

Biblical Foundation:
Marriage is first instituted by God in the creation narrative. 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 foundational verse underscores the divine intention for marriage to be a union of oneness and exclusivity.

Old Testament Insights:
In the Old Testament, marriage is often seen as a covenantal relationship. Malachi 2:14 highlights this, saying, "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." The covenantal nature of marriage is emphasized, indicating its seriousness and sanctity.

Marriage also served practical purposes in ancient Israelite society, such as the continuation of family lineage and the establishment of alliances. Polygamy was practiced by some patriarchs and kings, though it often led to familial strife and was not the ideal model set forth in Genesis.

New Testament Teachings:
In the New Testament, Jesus reaffirms the sanctity and original intent of marriage. In Matthew 19:4-6 , Jesus states, "Have you not read that from the beginning the Creator ‘made them male and female,’ and said, ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh’? So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate."

The Apostle Paul further elaborates on the spiritual significance of marriage in Ephesians 5:31-32 , where he writes, "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." Here, marriage is portrayed as a living metaphor for the relationship between Christ and His Church, emphasizing love, sacrifice, and unity.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Scripture outlines distinct roles and responsibilities within marriage. Husbands are called to love their wives sacrificially, as Christ loved the Church (Ephesians 5:25). Wives are encouraged to respect and submit to their husbands as the Church submits to Christ (Ephesians 5:22-24). These roles are intended to foster harmony and reflect the divine order.

Marriage and Divorce:
While marriage is intended to be a lifelong covenant, the Bible acknowledges the reality of divorce. Jesus addresses this in Matthew 19:8-9 , stating, "Moses permitted you to divorce your wives because of your hardness of heart; but it was not this way from the beginning. Now I tell you that whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, and marries another woman, commits adultery." Divorce is permitted in cases of sexual immorality, but it is not the ideal.

Celibacy and Singleness:
The New Testament also recognizes the value of celibacy and singleness. The Apostle Paul, in 1 Corinthians 7:7-8 , expresses a personal preference for singleness, stating, "I wish that all men were as I am. But each man has his own gift from God; one has this gift, another has that. Now to the unmarried and the widows I say this: It is good for them to remain unmarried, as I am." Singleness is seen as a gift that allows for undivided devotion to the Lord.

Conclusion:
The biblical concept of marriage is deeply rooted in the creation narrative and is consistently upheld throughout Scripture as a sacred covenant. It serves as a reflection of God's relationship with His people and is characterized by love, commitment, and mutual respect.1060. gameo -- to marry
... Word Origin from gamos Definition to marry NASB Word Usage get married (2), marriage
(1), married (7), marries (7), marry (9), marrying (2). marry. ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1060.htm - 7k3947. laqach -- to take
... 2), exact (1), find (1), flashing (1), flashing forth (1), get (25), gets (1), got
(2), has (1), keep (1), married (9), married* (6), marries (1), marry (5 ...
/hebrew/3947.htm - 6k

1166. baal -- to marry, rule over
... root Definition to marry, rule over NASB Word Usage gets a husband (1), high (1),
husband (3), married (4), married* (2), marries (2), marry (1), marrying* (1 ...
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Marries his Brother
... Chapter 8. Wesley and the Soldiers; In Ireland and Wales Again; Wesley
Burned in Effigy; Wesley as an Editor Marries his Brother. ...
/.../wesley/the journal of john wesley/marries his brother.htm

Whether Irregularity is Contracted by Marrying one who is not a ...
... But if the man himself who marries is not a virgin he does not become irregular.
Therefore much less does he if his wife is not a virgin. ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether irregularity is contracted by.htm

The Second Canonical Epistle of the Same.
... Canon XXIII. That a man ought not to marry two sisters, nor a woman two brothers:
That he who marries his brother's wife, be not admitted till he dismiss her. ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/the second canonical epistle of.htm

St. Ambrose Explains that He is not Speaking against Marriage...
... "He who giveth his virgin in marriage doeth well, and he who giveth her not doeth
better." [3186] The one sins not if she marries, the other, if she marries not ...
/.../ambrose/works and letters of st ambrose/chapter vi st ambrose explains.htm

Excursus on the Marriage of the Clergy.
... xxvi.); but deacons may marry, if at their ordination they have declared an intention
to do so (Ancyra x.). A priest who marries is to be deposed (Neoc??sarea i ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/excursus on the marriage of.htm

Moses, Allowing Divorce, and Christ Prohibiting It, Explained John ...
... For he who marries a woman who is unlawfully put away is as much of an
adulterer as the man who marries one who is un-divorced. ...
/.../the five books against marcion/chapter xxxiv moses allowing divorce and.htm

The Domestic Relation.
... Matthew. Mark makes the plain statement that whosoever puts away his wife and
marries another commits adultery. He makes no exceptions. ...
/.../orr/the gospel day /chapter xiii the domestic relation.htm

Letter cxcix. Canonica Secunda.
... widow whose name is in the list of widows, that is, who is supported [2704] by the
Church, is ordered by the Apostle to be supported no longer when she marries ...
/.../basil/basil letters and select works/letter cxcix canonica secunda.htm

If a Presbyter Marry, Let Him be Removed from his Order...
... put to penance. Notes. Ancient Epitome of Canon I. If a presbyter marries
he shall be deposed from his order. If he commits adultery ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/canon i if a presbyter.htm

Whether Madness is an Impediment to Marriage?
... has, then although it is not safe for him to marry during that interval, since he
would not know how to educate his children, yet if he marries, the marriage ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether madness is an impediment.htm

Marries (20 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Marries (20 Occurrences). Matthew 5:32 but I tell
you that whoever puts away his wife, except for the cause ...
/m/marries.htm - 12k

Divorces (7 Occurrences)
... 5:32 But I tell you that every man who puts away his wife except on the ground of
unfaithfulness causes her to commit adultery, and whoever marries her when so ...
/d/divorces.htm - 8k

Commits (39 Occurrences)
... Matthew 5:32 but I tell you that whoever puts away his wife, except for the cause
of sexual immorality, makes her an adulteress; and whoever marries her when ...
/c/commits.htm - 18k

Commit (142 Occurrences)
... Matthew 5:32 but I tell you that whoever puts away his wife, except for the cause
of sexual immorality, makes her an adulteress; and whoever marries her when ...
/c/commit.htm - 39k

Divorced (10 Occurrences)
... Matthew 19:9 I tell you that whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality,
and marries another, commits adultery; and he who marries her when she is ...
/d/divorced.htm - 9k

Adultery (49 Occurrences)
... Matthew 5:32 but I tell you that whoever puts away his wife, except for the cause
of sexual immorality, makes her an adulteress; and whoever marries her when ...
/a/adultery.htm - 32k

Unchastity (5 Occurrences)
... Matthew 5:32 but I tell you that whoever puts away his wife, except for the cause
of sexual immorality, makes her an adulteress; and whoever marries her when ...
/u/unchastity.htm - 8k

Immorality (38 Occurrences)
... Matthew 5:32 but I tell you that whoever puts away his wife, except for the cause
of sexual immorality, makes her an adulteress; and whoever marries her when ...
/i/immorality.htm - 18k

Except (236 Occurrences)
... Matthew 5:32 but I tell you that whoever puts away his wife, except for the cause
of sexual immorality, makes her an adulteress; and whoever marries her when ...
/e/except.htm - 35k

Sexual (59 Occurrences)
... Matthew 5:32 but I tell you that whoever puts away his wife, except for the cause
of sexual immorality, makes her an adulteress; and whoever marries her when ...
/s/sexual.htm - 23k

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