☆ Marriage is a qodesh covenant between a man and a woman to be united as one family.

Marriage holds profound significance in our culture, as well as in the teachings of the Scripture. For us, marriage is not merely a legal contract or a social commitment; it is a qodesh covenant ordained by YHWH, with deep spiritual implications.

Marriage is a commitment to love, honor, and support one another, with the ultimate goal of building a family and fulfilling Elohim’s commandments.

It is in the 1st Book of Moshe, commonly known as Genesis, the very beginning of the Torah, that we find the origin of marriage. “Therefore, a man shall leave his father and mother and cleave to his wife, and they shall become one flesh” (*Gen 2:24). This verse illustrates the core principle of marriage: the union of two individuals into one, both spiritually and physically. 

In our culture, the act of marriage elevates the relationship to a pure and qodesh status, under the guidance of Elohim.

Furthermore, the Scripture provides guidelines for resolving conflicts within the marital relationship, emphasizing reconciliation and forgiveness. It recognizes that no marriage is without its challenges, but encourages couples to work through their differences and maintain the purity of the union. 

The Scripture also outlines the roles and responsibilities of spouses within the marriage. Husbands are instructed to love and provide for their wives, while wives are to submit to, respect and support their husbands.

Furthermore, the Scripture outlines the family hierarchy within the Kingdom of Elohim. It states that the Head of the Messiah and the entire family of the righteous is YHWH Almighty. The Messiah is the head of the man, and the man is the head of his wife. Meanwhile, children are instructed to submit to their father and mother, ensuring that their days are long.  

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*Genesis 2:24: “Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.” This verse is often cited to emphasize the unity and commitment of marriage. 

*Ephesians 5:22-33: This passage talks about the roles of husbands and wives, emphasizing love and mutual respect. It also compares the relationship between Messiah and the Congregation to that of a husband and wife.

*1 Corinthians 7 This chapter discusses issues related to marriage and singleness, including the importance of marital faithfulness and the concept that spouses belong to each other.

*Proverbs 18:22: “He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from YHWH.” This verse highlights the blessing of finding a wife. 

*Malachi 2:16: “For the man who does not love his wife but divorces her, says YHWH, the Elohim of Israel, covers his garment with violence.” This verse speaks against divorce and emphasizes the importance of love within marriage.

*Matthew 19:4-6: Yahoshea the Messiah references the 1st Book of Moshe (Genesis) when discussing marriage, reinforcing the idea of a man and a woman becoming one flesh and the permanence of marriage.

Finally, within YHWH's culture, marriage transcends the wedding day; it signifies a dedication to constructing a shared life grounded in Scriptural values and principles. The home transforms into a tabernacle where YHWH's commandments, including the observance of Shabbat and other joyful festivals, take precedence. Because, at the end of the day, true love means obeying the commandments of YAHUWAH, which encompass and dictate how we should treat others the way we want to be treated, how we should treat our neighbors, the poor, the widows, and the less privileged among us.

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