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Marriage: An Orthodox Perspective



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The author writes: ‘It is impossible to understand either the New Testament doctrine on marriage, or the very consistent practice of the Orthodox Church without seeing Christian marriage in the context of the Eucharist… The very notion of marriage as a sacrament presupposed that a man is not only a being with physiological, psychological, and social functions, but that he is a citizen of God’s Kingdom, i.e., that his entire life’and especially its most decisive moments’involve eternal values and God Himself.’ This excellent study on Christian marriage is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the Orthodox perspective on marriage. In it John Meyendorff examines marriage in the Church from the contexts of Judaism and the New Testament, the early Church and Roman law, sacramental life, and contemporary society. Specific issues discussed include: second marriages, ‘mixed’ marriages, divorce, abortion, family planning and responsible parenthood, married clergy, celibacy, and the monastic life. Essential reading for all pastors, it is also useful for parents, newlyweds and those preparing or the sacrament of marriage.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ St Vladimirs Seminary Pr; 2nd edition (June 1, 1975)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 144 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0913836052
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0913836057
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.47 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.5 x 8.75 inches

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