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“Remarriage while the true partner is living is a vain attempt to give respectability to dishonor by invoking a human law that overthrows God’s law:” quote by Fulton J. Sheen
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““Remarriage while the true partner is living is a vain attempt to give respectability to dishonor by invoking a human law that overthrows God’s law:””

Fulton J. Sheen

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Attempting to legitimize adultery by civil law contradicts divine law and moral truth.

In simple terms: Civil marriage cannot fix spiritual betrayal.

Key Takeaway

Respect divine law over human convenience.

Themes

morality law faith

Mood

reflective serious

Type

ethical theological

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • legal advice
  • personal decisions
  • religious guidance

Key Concepts

theology ethics civil vs divine law

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is civil marriage enough to repair moral breach?
  • How does faith guide personal relationships?
A Different Perspective

Civil law cannot change spiritual consequences.

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