Scripture About Marriage scriptures niv

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5 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 verse about marriage in the Bible. It describes the divine design of marriage as a sacred union where two people become one, establishing the principle of leaving one's family to create a new family unit.

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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 highlights marriage as a blessing from God. It suggests that finding a wife is not just a personal achievement, but a divine favor that brings goodness and grace into one's life.

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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 addresses the importance of marriage as a means of maintaining sexual purity. It emphasizes the commitment and mutual responsibility between husband and wife.

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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 the marital relationship. It highlights that marriage is a respected institution and warns against sexual immorality.

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