HUMANAE VITAE tradendae munus gravissimum, ex quo coniuges liberam et consciam Deo Creatori tribuunt operam, magnis semper ipsos affecit gaudiis, quae tamen aliquando non paucae difficultates et angustiae sunt secutae.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The Latin text urges that the sacred duty of marriage, given by God, brings joy despite occasional difficulties.
- In plain terms
- Marriage is a holy duty that brings joy, though it can be difficult.
- What can you take from it?
- Embrace marriage as a divine partnership, accepting its challenges.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does faith shape marital expectations?
- What support helps couples through difficulties?
Another view
Interpretation may vary across cultures and religions.
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