Matthew 19:9
The Scripture
(9) And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery.
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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