5 Bible Verses

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 2:24KJV
This is the foundational biblical description of marriage, establishing the sacred union between a man and a woman. It highlights the commitment of marriage as a lifelong bond where two individuals become united as one.
Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;
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Ephesians 5:25KJV
This verse provides a powerful model for marital love, calling husbands to love their wives sacrificially, mirroring Christ's love for the church. It sets a high standard of selfless, unconditional love within marriage.
Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the LORD.
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Proverbs 18:22KJV
This verse celebrates marriage as a blessing from God, indicating that finding a spouse is a positive and divinely approved life event. It suggests that marriage is a source of joy and divine favor.
Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil; Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth; Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.
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1 Corinthians 13:4-7KJV
While not exclusively about marriage, these verses describe love's characteristics, which are essential in a strong marital relationship. They outline the patient, kind, and selfless nature of true love.
Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; and hath not another to lift him up.
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Ecclesiastes 4:9-10KJV
This passage emphasizes the strength and mutual support found in marriage. It highlights how partners can help, encourage, and sustain each other through life's challenges.

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