BASIC DIMENSIONS OF BIBLICAL THEOLOGY OF MARRIAGE

Abstract

The more the foundational characteristics of marriage are exposed and taught, the better. This research examined the basic theological dimensions of marriage and explained what each of them represents. Employing a qualitative method, it discovered that among the many conceptions of marriage, five of them were cardinal to Christians. These perspectives included marriage as: a sacrament, covenant, contract etc. These dimensions discussed therein, were discovered to be contained in the scripture; some from Old Testament and others from the New Testament which provided concrete evidence to the reality of marriage and its significance to humanity. Furthermore, untainted teaching of the intention of God for marriage; without ambiguity was suggested as a crucial request for pastors and those in charge of marriage counseling among other recommendations. It concluded that couple’s alliance with biblical injunctions on marriage is a prerequisite in sustaining marital bond as exemplified in the relation between Christ and His Church.