| Author |
Cowan, James Galloway |
| Title |
Christian Marriage Indissoluble: A Plain Sermon
Preached at Archbishop Tenison's chapel, on the fifth Sunday after Trinity, 1857
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1857 William Skeffington edition
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| Summary |
"Christian Marriage Indissoluble: A Plain Sermon" by James Galloway Cowan is a religious sermon published in the mid-19th century, specifically in 1857. This work serves as a theological treatise delivering a staunch defense of the indissolubility of Christian marriage, countering legislative proposals that would allow for divorce and remarriage under certain conditions. Cowan addresses the moral and spiritual implications of such changes, emphasizing adherence to biblical principles governing marriage. In this sermon, Cowan passionately argues against the possibility of dissolving a Christian marriage, asserting that God’s design for marriage is a lifelong union that should not be severed by human authority. He references scriptural passages, particularly from the teachings of Christ, to support his stance that any attempt to legally permit divorce undermines the sanctity of the marital bond. The author expresses concern over a proposed bill that would allow for divorce and remarriage, articulating that such legislation contradicts divine law and leads to moral decay within society. Ultimately, Cowan calls upon his congregation and fellow clergy to uphold the traditional understanding of marriage, warning of the severe consequences that may arise if they fail to resist these changes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
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| Subject |
Sermons, English -- 19th century
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| Subject |
Marriage -- Biblical teaching
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| Subject |
Divorce -- Religious aspects -- Church of England
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| Subject |
Marriage -- Religious aspects -- Church of England
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| Subject |
Remarriage -- Religious aspects -- Church of England
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64733 |
| Release Date |
Mar 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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