Is marriage a necessary evil >><<?
612723
Its not necessary and it is not evil. Its a choice when two people are ready and willing to make it.
380219
Good and evil is a matter of perspective.  Typically, good/evil is regarded as what is beneficial for society.  Of course, what is beneficial for a society varies on a bunch of different factors.\n\nAn example is that in the artic, euthanasia was regarded as good.  The society did not have the resources to care for elderly that were infirm.\n\nAnother:  Homosexual marriage is considered evil in some parts of the United States, but in Ancient Greece, the Spartan warriors encouraged homosexual behavior.\n\nSome major religions list some things as "sinful"; but the entire idea of divine justice/punishment is unnecessary.
37233
Wow. that is a tough one. It depends on your morals and beliefs. Is the marriage strong enough to handle the consequences? I once watched Dr. Phil and he said that is never a good idea. no matter who wants it or how long you've been married. What do you want? sometimes you have to stay true to yourself.
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The love between a married man and woman is supposed to be unconditional; an example of God's unconditional love for us. It is unconditional and unbreakable. Therefore, so to is the martial bond. For this reason, married couples should not take the Sacrament of Marriage or their marital vows lightly. \n\nYes, sometimes married couples will become unhappy, either with themselves or their life circumstances. But again, they are to be example of God's love, and god's love transcends all obstacles. So to must the married couple weather the bad times as well as the good.\n\nNo. A marital bond cannot be disolved through the courts. God's Law transcends all earthly law. Just because a couple's marriage is disbanded legally, does not mean it is disbanded Spiritually.\n\nIf there are children involved, it is all the more important that the married couple exhibit God's love in the form of selfless sacrifice for the greater good of the family.\n\nOnly by practicing a Christ-like lifestyle can a family function the way it is intended.\n\nGod wants us to be happy, but He does not guarantee happiness. Somtimes, circumstances beyond our control lead to unhappiness. Much of the time, however, unhappiness is a result of our own doing.
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if you divorce, you are killing your two kids. remember that marriage was first instituted by God the Almighty and you are trying to break that institution? remeber also that only marital infidelity is the only reason allowed for divorce ( not man made law). you are only multiplying social problems
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That Bible does teach that, it can be a bummer if you aren't married whether you do or don't.  If you do, you feel guilty (at least I do) and if you don't then you are frustrated.  I would rather be frustrated (but, not always).  I am still working on it and as long as I am not seeing someone I am in the clear.
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I've said it before, and I'll continue to say it.  Sheer insanity is the ONLY force driving anyone to oppose Gay marriage, for there is NOT ONE consequence resulting from gay marriage that would harm anyone / anything anywhere in this universe.\n\nGays can make marriages worthy to be admired.\nGays can effectively lead children into adulthood.\nChildren raised by Gays are not harmed/damaged in anyway.\nGays have careers, own homes, participate civily in communities all over the place.\nGays pay taxes and contribute much to the economy all over.\nGay marriages will NOT threaten the human species.\nGay marriage will NOT affect "straight" marriages.\nGay marriages will NOT diminish the number of "straight" marriages commencing from year to year.\n\nTo be sure, Gay marriages will require levels of responsibility equal to all the tasks that come with the package.  In many ways the scenario will be no different than heterosexual marriages.\n\nThis is NOT a religious matter.\nThis is a civil matter.\nThis is about love, affirmation, responsibility with family matters and life decision matters.\n\nThis is the 21 century of reality.  Gay marriages will NOT contribute ANY harm to the life of things on planet earth.  Only the insanely driven and/or sleep walking bigots would think otherwise.
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Unfortunately it would seem to me that for the Bibles conception of marriage and how we must behave both parties would need to be of the same mind. In this sick worlf I imagine that more often than not one or the other would take advantage of the other if only one believed the above philosophy. \n\nI have never married. But when I do, I will follow God commandements. I will also make sure my chosen mate lives a life that is pleasing to the Father so we are of a same mind on such issues as these. \n\nIt is sad, but I work in the domestic violence feild and I ahve seen many women taken advantage of and even their pastors use these Bible verses to keep them with their abusers...and sometimes they end up dead. That is not what God intended.
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In the bible it says that sex before marriage is wrong if there is no commitment between two people. "Marriage" as referred to in the bible is symbolic for a relationship/connection/love/commitment.\n\nThus you don't need to be married (literally) to have sex but you need to be committed.\n\nI feel that it is all about morals and there is no right or wrong. it's your own decision. Personally I believe that sex before commitment/love is wrong
63869
In my opinion, "evil" is "self-contradiction."\n\nAlthough bible matter doesn't say this explicitly, I do believe it's the gist of thought all through its contents.
824998
If you are concerned about the legal benefis when you marry someone then you should probably not get married. Marriage is about love, not material things you'll receive.
1176824
Personally I think you should have sex before marriage and live with the person. Marriage is forever you need to know if you can stand that person and their ways, all their ways. Now my religion says another but I listen to my instinct first.
334101
Yes, and Yes- but to make a marriage decision based on financial considerations would be akin to prostitution.  If you love someone enough to marry them, it should be beyond that.
1111497
Its worse to enter into an monogamous marriage just for the sole purpose of lust! Marriage is special and great; to get married just for the sole purpose of getting into their pants is wrong. But sleeping around is just as bad to me, but if you were gonna do anything, you should just sleep around but I wouldn't even do that!
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I've said it before, and I'll continue to say it. Sheer insanity is the ONLY force driving anyone to oppose Gay marriage, for there is NOT ONE consequence resulting from gay marriage that would harm anyone / anything anywhere in this universe.\n\nGays can make marriages worthy to be admired.\nGays can effectively lead children into adulthood.\nChildren raised by Gays are not harmed/damaged in anyway.\nGays have careers, own homes, participate civily in communities all over the place.\nGays pay taxes and contribute much to the economy all over.\nGay marriages will NOT threaten the human species.\nGay marriage will NOT affect "straight" marriages.\nGay marriages will NOT diminish the number of "straight" marriages commencing from year to year.\n\nTo be sure, Gay marriages will require levels of responsibility equal to all the tasks that come with the package. In many ways the scenario will be no different than heterosexual marriages.\n\nThis is NOT a religious matter.\nThis is a civil matter.\nThis is about love, affirmation, responsibility with family matters and life decision matters.\n\nThis is the 21 century of reality. Gay marriages will NOT contribute ANY harm to the life of things on planet earth. Only the insanely driven and/or sleep walking bigots would think otherwise.
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Actually there is more sense to the question as you continue to think about it.  Love and commitment are more important than 'law'.  So without love you are can still be legally married but maybe not in a 'marriage'.  If you are sufficiently unhappy then you probably shouldn't maintain the sham of a marriage.  Divorce isn't something to be taken lightly and all efforts should be made to preserve the marriage assuming you would like to preserve it.
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People should live their lives in a manner that they are comfortable with.  If someone chooses not to be married, that's fine.  Better to be alone than wish you were!