Theme A: Marriage And Divorce

Question 1

The nature of marriage in Christianity

Answer 1

It’s a sacrament and life long, spiritual and physical union
“HUSBANDS LOVE YOUR WIFES AS CHRIST LOVED THR CHURCH”

Question 2

The purpose of marriage in Christianity

Answer 2

It’s the place to have sex and have children
Provides stability for a family
“THAT IS WHY A MAN LEAVES HIS FARTHER AND MOTHER AND IS UNITED TO HIS WIFE”

Question 3

The nature and purpose of marriage in Buddhism

Answer 3

“MARRIAGE IS NEITHER HOLY OR UNHOLY”
it is not an obligation said by the Buddha
Theravada monks may bless a couple but not marry them

Question 4

Christian views on same sex marriage

Answer 4

Most denominations don’t allow it
Bible only mentions same sex marriage
One of the main purpose of marriage is to have children

Question 5

Buddhist views on same sex marriage

Answer 5

Some Buddhist countries don’t allow it
Some teachers don’t allow it as it doesn’t not come naturally
Dali lama has said it’s “OKAY”

Question 6

Christian views on cohabitation

Answer 6

Many denominations don’t allow as it encourages sax before marriage
If married it is okay

Question 7

Buddhist views on cohabitation

Answer 7

If a cohabiting couple practise Buddhist values it’s okay
Does teach that it is wrong - quality of partnership is more important
Some Buddhist countries have social norms that don’t allow

Question 8

Accepting Christian views of divorce and remarriage

Answer 8

Some text says Jesus allowed it
it is better if both parties with be happier out of the marriage
Church of England allows remarriage

Question 9

Unaccepting Christian views on divorce and remarriage

Answer 9

“ANYONE WHO DIVORCES HIS WIFE AND MARRIES ANOTHER WOMAN IS COMMITTING ADULTERY”
the marriage vows are sacred so shouldn’t be broken
“THEY ARE NO LONGER TWO BUT ONE FLESH”

Question 10

Catholic Church views on divorce and remarriage

Answer 10

Even after divorce the marriage sacrament can never be broken
Sometimes can be annulled if it is to do with mental capacity

Question 11

Buddhist views on divorce and remarriage

Answer 11

Do what ever makes those involved the happiest
It demonstrates metta and Karuna
If a relationship is filled with “jealousy, anger and hatred” it should end as they are part of the 3 poisons