Marriage is a legal contract

Dynamics of Marriage and Family 3(3+0)

Lesson 2 : Goals of Marriage

Marriage is a legal contract

Marriage is a legal contract, the role of the civil law is two folded.

  1. To confirm the natural laws and not violate them.
  2. Should recognize that cultural differences exist in various places.

Permanence of marriage should be reflected in civil law.

Marriage is a sacrament:

  • Marriage is considered as supernatural as well as natural
  • The entire married life of the couple is elevated to this super natural level.
  • Grace is imparted throughout married life.
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