Marriage: An Orthodox Perspective

This excellent study on Christian marriage, John Meyendorff examines marriage in the Orthodox Christian Church from the contexts of Judaism and the New Testament, the early Church and Roman law, sacramental life, and contemporary society. Specific issues discussed include: second marriages, 'mixed' marriages, divorce, abortion, family planning and responsible parenthood, married clergy, celibacy, and the monastic life. Essential reading for all pastors, it is also useful for parents, newlyweds and those preparing or the sacrament of marriage.

• Author
• John Meyendorff

• Format
• paperback

• Pages
• 144

• Publisher
• St Vladimir's Seminary Press,U.S.

• Language
• english

• ISBN
• 9780913836057

• Genres
• religion, christianity, marriage

• Release date
• 1984