Adam Quote by St. Jerome
“And as regards Adam and Eve we must maintain that before the fall they were virgins in Paradise: but after they sinned, and were cast out of Paradise, they were immediately married.”
About This Quote
Jerome argues that Adam and Eve were celibate before the original sin, and that marriage began only after their expulsion from Eden.
In simple terms: Marriage originates post‑Fall.
Key Takeaway
Sin introduced marital bonds.
Themes
theology
origins of marriage
original sin
paradise
human nature
biblical interpretation
Mood
reflective
scholarly
Type
doctrinal
historical
When to use this quote
- biblical scholarship
- religious education
- ethical debates on marriage
- historical theology
Key Concepts
Adam and Eve
virginity
Fall of Man
marriage institution
Practical Applications
- theological curricula
- sermon preparation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect modern concepts of marriage?
- What implications does it have for the doctrine of original sin?
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