Scripture About Bible passages about marriage

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6 Bible Verses

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Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.

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Genesis 2:24 • KJV

This is the foundational biblical passage about marriage, describing the original divine design for marriage. It establishes the concept of marriage as a permanent union between a man and a woman, emphasizing unity and commitment.

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Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;

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Ephesians 5:25 • KJV

This verse provides guidance for husbands, calling them to love their wives sacrificially, mirroring Christ's love for the church. It sets a high standard of selfless, unconditional love in marriage.

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Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the LORD.

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Proverbs 18:22 • KJV

This verse celebrates marriage as a blessing from God, suggesting that finding a spouse is a positive and divinely approved experience. It portrays marriage as a source of favor and goodness.

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Nevertheless, to avoid fornication, let every man have his own wife, and let every woman have her own husband.

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1 Corinthians 7:2 • KJV

This verse provides practical guidance about marriage as a means of maintaining sexual purity. It emphasizes the importance of marital commitment and fidelity as a protection against sexual immorality.

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Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.

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Hebrews 13:4 • KJV

This verse affirms the honor of marriage and the sanctity of marital intimacy. It also warns against sexual unfaithfulness, highlighting the importance of maintaining the marriage covenant.

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Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them.

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Colossians 3:19 • KJV

This verse provides direct instruction to husbands about maintaining a loving and supportive relationship with their wives. It warns against harboring negative emotions and encourages compassion and understanding.

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