Matthew 19:4
The Scripture
(4) And he answered and said unto them, Have ye not read, that he which made them at the beginning made them male and female,
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Jesus confronts a wealthy man who asks how to inherit eternal life, and he is told to sell possessions and give to the poor. The dialogue also includes Jesus warning against divorce and remarriage, emphasizing faithful commitment. The passage highlights the tension between wealth and spiritual priorities.
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