Belief Quote by St. Jerome
“Matrimony is always a vice, all that can be done is to excuse it and sanctify it; therefore it was made a religious sacrament.”
About This Quote
The quote critiques marriage as a vice that is merely disguised and sanctified by religion.
In simple terms: Marriage is seen as a vice made acceptable by religious rites.
Key Takeaway
Question societal institutions and their moral framing.
Themes
marriage
religion
morality
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- marital counseling
- legal reforms
- religious debates
- cultural studies
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
institutional critique
ethical philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What values underlie your view of marriage?
- Can institutions be reformed without abandoning them?
A Different Perspective
Not all view marriage negatively.
