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What was Jesus teaching about when he said, "What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder"?
The Law and the Prophets
Marriage
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Matthew 19 vs 6
The phrase “What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder” is such a poignant reminder of the sanctity of marriage in Jesus’ teachings. Here, He emphasizes that marriage is not merely a social contract but a divine covenant. This idea was radical then—marriage in the ancient world often leveraged power, prestige, and property.
Considering the context, this comes from a discussion where the Pharisees approached Jesus asking about divorce. They wanted to know how much leeway they could have. Jesus redirected the focus entirely to God’s original intention for marriage as a lifelong union. He constructed a framework showing that marriage is about partnership and mutual respect—an echo of commitment, responsibility, and companionship.
Interestingly, when we explore scriptural parallels, the language often parallels God’s relationship with Israel, where they are referred to as His bride. This paves the way toward deeper understandings of loyalty and faithfulness. The bond of marriage also washes over themes of unity found throughout scripture—remember how the early Church was often depicted as a body that functions harmoniously together!
Fun fact: The term "asunder" might bring to mind characters from classic English literature. It’s far seldomly used in everyday conversation now, but nonetheless, it adds a poetic measure to the call against strife and division—a true gem from the King James Bible era! Each thread from these teachings intricately weaves deeper spiritual meanings about each individual's role in relationships.
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