O Evangelho Segundo O Espiritismo Cap 22

Summary

The transcript discusses the indissolubility of marriage, referencing the Pharisees' question to Jesus about the legality of divorce. Jesus emphasizes that marriage is a divine union meant to be unbreakable, rooted in love and mutual affection. The text also explores the human laws around marriage and divorce, noting their variability across cultures and times. It highlights that true marital bonds should align with divine law, transcending mere legal formalities, and argues that divorce is permissible when mutual affection is absent. The importance of love as the core principle in marriage is underscored, contrasting divine and civil regulations.

Takeaways

• 📜 The Pharisees questioned Jesus about the legality of divorcing one's wife for any reason.
• 👫 Jesus referenced the creation of man and woman and the divine intention for marriage to be a lifelong union.
• 💍 Marriage is meant to unite man and woman into one flesh, and what God has joined, man should not separate.
• 📃 Moses allowed divorce because of the hardness of people's hearts, but it was not intended from the beginning.
• 🚫 Jesus clarified that divorcing a wife, except for sexual immorality, and marrying another results in adultery.
• 🔄 Human laws regarding marriage and divorce vary by time and place, reflecting different societal and intellectual developments.
• 📅 Civil laws aim to regulate family interests, which change according to local customs and needs.
• ❤️ The divine aspect of marriage is the union based on love and mutual attraction, not just legal or material interests.
• 💔 Unhappy marriages often result from unions based on material interests rather than genuine affection.
• 🔓 Divorce is a human law to legally separate what is already separated in practice and is not contrary to God's law when the divine aspect was not considered.

Q & A

What is the primary topic discussed in the script?

The primary topic discussed is the indissolubility of marriage, particularly in the context of religious and civil laws.

What was the question posed to Jesus by the Pharisees?

The Pharisees asked Jesus whether it was lawful for a man to divorce his wife for any cause.

How does Jesus respond to the question about divorce?

Jesus responds by emphasizing that God created male and female and intended for them to become one flesh, thus what God has joined, no one should separate.

What justification does Jesus provide for Moses allowing divorce?

Jesus explains that Moses allowed divorce due to the hardness of people's hearts, but this was not the original intention.

According to Jesus, under what condition is divorce permissible?

Divorce is permissible in cases of fornication or sexual immorality.

How does the script differentiate between divine and human laws in the context of marriage?

The script notes that divine laws are immutable and pertain to the union and love between spouses, while human laws vary according to time, place, and societal needs.

What is the script's view on the societal implications of marriage laws?

The script suggests that marriage laws are influenced by societal customs and necessities, and these laws often do not align perfectly with divine intentions.

What role does the law of love play in the script's perspective on marriage?

The law of love is emphasized as the true divine law that should guide marriages, ensuring that unions are based on genuine affection and spiritual connection.

What does the script say about the nature of unhappy or forced marriages?

The script suggests that unhappy or forced marriages are contrary to the law of love and are likely to lead to separation or other negative outcomes.

How does the script view the practice of divorce in relation to divine law?

The script views divorce as a human law that addresses the realities of failed marriages, noting that even Jesus acknowledged conditions under which divorce was permissible, reflecting a recognition of human imperfection.