What is the Sacrament of Matrimony?
Baltimore Catechism · Lesson 26, question 282
The Sacrament of Matrimony is the Sacrament which unites a Christian man and woman in lawful marriage.Read the source passage →
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Clear all filtersCan a Christian man and woman be united in lawful marriage in any other way than by the Sacrament of Matrimony?
Baltimore Catechism · Lesson 26, question 283
A Christian man and woman cannot be united in lawful marriage in any other way than by the Sacrament of Matrimony, because Christ raised marriage to the dignity of a Sacrament.Read the source passage →
Can the bond of Christian marriage be dissolved by any human power?
Baltimore Catechism · Lesson 26, question 284
The bond of Christian marriage cannot be dissolved by any human power.Read the source passage →
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Who has the right to make laws concerning the Sacrament of marriage?
Baltimore Catechism · Lesson 26, question 287
The Church alone has the right to make laws concerning the Sacrament of marriage, though the state also has the right to make laws concerning the civil effects of the marriage contract.Read the source passage →
Does the Church forbid the marriage of Catholics with persons who have a different religion or no religion at all?
Baltimore Catechism · Lesson 26, question 288
The Church does forbid the marriage of Catholics with persons who have a different religion or no religion at all.Read the source passage →
Why does the Church forbid the marriage of Catholics with persons who have a different religion or no religion at all?
Baltimore Catechism · Lesson 26, question 289
The Church forbids the marriage of Catholics with persons who have a different religion or no religion at all, because such marriages generally lead to indifference, loss of faith, and to the neglect of the religious education of the children.Read the source passage →
How should Christians prepare for a holy and happy marriage?
Baltimore Catechism · Lesson 26, question 291
Christians should prepare for a holy and happy marriage by receiving the Sacraments of Penance and Holy Eucharist; by begging God to grant them a pure intention and to direct their choice; and by seeking the advice of their parents and the blessing of their pastors.Read the source passage →
Which are the chief commandments of the Church?
Baltimore Catechism · Lesson 35, question 389
The chief commandments of the Church are six: 1. To hear Mass on Sundays and holydays of obligation. 2. To fast and abstain on the days appointed. 3. To confess at least once a year. 4. To receive the Holy Eucharist during the Easter time. 5. To contribute to the support of our pastors. 6. Not to…Read the source passage →
What is the meaning of the precept not to solemnize marriage at forbidden times?
Baltimore Catechism · Lesson 36, question 405
The meaning of the precept not to solemnize marriage at forbidden times is that during Lent and Advent the marriage ceremony should not be performed with pomp or a nuptial Mass.Read the source passage →
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