Marriage, Divorce, And Remarriage: An Exegetical Examination Of The Themes With A Focus On 1 Corinthians 7:10–16

Abstract

According to the New Testament teachings, and specifically in Paul’s letters, some passages like 1 Corinthians 7:10-16 present some hermeneutical challenges to the reader. This specific biblical passage, within its context, teaches about marriage, celibacy, divorce, and remarriage. The Apostle Paul developed his understanding of these themes from biblical theology and offered additional instructions that have presented a major interpretive challenge. These themes remain relevant in every generation; hence a balanced interpretation of these passages is necessary. The present study focused on the exegetical study of 1 Corinthians 7:10-16 to situate Paul’s concept of marriage, divorce, and remarriage. Further, the research sought to determine Paul’s grounds for consideration of divorce and remarriage. This study uses an exegetical method to interpret the selected Bible passage. The research demonstrated that Paul’s teaching vastly was against divorce and affirmed the life-long idea of marriage. The study also enlightens on how in isolated cases, believers can biblically handle divorce and remarriage in the body of Christ.