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Commentary of the Gospell
Marriage as Covenantal
Recently, a long-term friend of mine celebrated the silver jubilee of wedding. Except for the initial years, his married life has been an experience of hell. Physically, emotionally, and spiritually abused by his wife, he has suffered, and still suffers through dark times. Has he ever contemplated divorce? Of course; but for him, divorce is not an option. He understands that his wife had an abusive childhood which seems to be acted out in their relationship. “God has brought her to me as partner for life, and therefore, so shall she be. I try my best to understand her, and keep working on our relationship, but no divorce, for that’s not God’s will.” In him I see the fidelity of Yahweh towards the wayward Jerusalem, as narrated by Ezekiel in today’s first reading. As marriage becomes more and more fragile in today’s world, let us pray for covenantal fidelity among married couples.