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Marriage
A covenant or partnership of life between a man and a woman, which is ordered to the well-being of the spouses and to the procreation and upbringing of children.
A Covenant of Life
A covenant or partnership of life between a man and a woman, which is ordered to the well-being of the spouses and to the procreation and upbringing of children. When validly contracted between two baptized persons, marriage is a sacrament (Matrimony) (CCC 1601). Christ restored marriage to its original meaning as an indissoluble union, and elevated it to a sacrament — an efficacious sign of his own covenant love for the Church (CCC 1614–1616).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is marriage always a sacrament? Marriage is a natural covenant, but when validly contracted between two baptized persons, Christ elevates it to a sacrament.
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