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[K4D]

1. I never once told you to divorce her
2. Read Matthew 5:32

Drew, I didn't say that you told me to file for D. Others have.

I know what Matthew 5:32 says. But I also know what it was referring to during the jewish culture at that time. A lot of people don't look into that or know the history or circumstances surrounding that. I will briefly explain here at the risk of being pummeled because it isn't popular.

When Jesus said that, he was referring to the engagement period. In jewish customs at that time, an engagement was considered a formal contract to be married. The sacraments had not yet been placed on the marriage. Joseph was going to divorce Mary because he had thought that she had been unfaithful. Keep in mind, this is during the betrothal period. This is accepted only during this period. However, we all know that the angel came and spoke to Joseph and informed him of what was really going on. Joseph was obediant to God and did not seek D. The sacraments were placed on the M. Once the sacraments are placed on the M, it is final. There is no option to D. You can do a history search on jewish betrothal during biblical times.

Matthew 5:32 is completely taken out of context by so many who don't understand the history and culture behind it. There were only certain reasons you could end a betrothal and that was one of them. Again, you were considered M at that point, but it was not officially valid until the sacraments were placed on the M. Remember also, God doesn't contradict himself in the bible. Hince, "Husbands, do not divorce your wives". And "W's if you divorce your H, you are to remain single or be reconciled back to your H's". Unfaithfulness only applies if the M has not yet been consecrated as valid.

So just a short history lesson there for any interested. The catholic church backs this up.

Kevin