can a person that is Christan get a divorce by the Bible?

Answer 1

God, the Originator of marriage, designed it to be a permanent union. But is there any Scriptural reason for a person to divorce his or her mate—and one that would allow for the possibility of remarrying? Jesus addressed this matter by declaring: “I say to you that whoever divorces his wife, except on the ground of fornication, and marries another commits adultery.” (Matthew 19:9) Sexual infidelity by a mate is the only ground for a divorce that will allow the innocent mate to remarry.

In addition, the Bible’s words at 1 Corinthians 7:10-16, while encouraging marriage mates to stay together, allow for separation. Some, after trying very hard to preserve their marriage, feel they have no choice but to separate. What can be acceptable Scriptural grounds for such a step?

One is willful nonsupport. When getting married, a husband assumes the responsibility of providing for his wife and children. The man who willfully fails to provide the material necessities of life “has disowned the faith and is worse than a person without faith.” (1 Timothy 5:8) So separation is possible.

Another is extreme physical abuse. So then, if a mate physically abuses his wife, the victim may separate. (Galatians 5:19-21) “Anyone loving violence [God’s] soul certainly hates.” Psalm 11:5.

Another ground for separation is the absolute endangerment of a believer’s spirituality—one’s relationship with God. When a mate’s opposition, perhaps including physical restraint, has made it impossible to pursue true worship and has imperiled the believer’s spirituality, then some believers have found it necessary to separate. Matthew 22:37; Acts 5:27-32.

However, if divorce is pursued under such circumstances, one would not be free to enter a new marriage. According to the Bible, the only legitimate ground for divorce that permits remarriage is adultery or “fornication.” Matthew 5:32.

The Bible allows only one reason for getting a divorce that frees a person to remarry, and that is fornication (Greek, porneia, gross sexual immorality). If fornication is committed, then the innocent mate may decide whether to get a divorce or not. Matthew 5:32.

After telling the Pharisees that the Mosaic concession of divorcing their wives was not the arrangement that had prevailed “from the beginning,” Jesus said: “I say to you that whoever divorces his wife, except on the ground of fornication, and marries another commits adultery.” (Mt 19:8, 9)


Marriage involves two people with differing personalities learning to develop common interests and working together toward common goals. Marriage is a lifelong commitment, not a casual agreement that can be lightly abandoned. In many countries, divorce is not difficult to obtain, but in the eyes of a Christian, the marriage relationship is sacred. It is ended only for a very serious reason. (Matt. 19:9) Christian spouses can avail themselves of wise counsel from the Bible, support from fellow Christians, and a close, prayerful relationship with God. A successful marriage endures, and over the years, it brings happiness and contentment to husband and wife. More important, it brings honor to God, the Originator of marriage.

Answer 2

No. In your bible, a divorced woman is considered the property of a man who is to be kept under rule and to be silent in the church. In your bible, she is told that if she marries after her husband, and only him with the right, uses that right to divorce, she is committing adultery and the man she remarries commits adultery. ONLY the woman is to be put to death along with the new husband for this because she is still considered her first husband's property and the new husband has violated that ownership. The husband may remarry.

Romans 7:2-3

For example, by law a married woman is bound to her husband as long as he is alive, but if her husband dies, she is released from the law that binds her to him. So then, if she marries another man while her husband is still alive, she is called an adulteress.

Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery. And whosoever marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery." (Matthew 19:9).

only men were able to divorce their wives (Deut. 24:1-4)

If you initiated the divorce, then you should not remarry (Matt. 5:31),

The Bible says that you cannot return to your first spouse after you remarried (Deut. 24:3-4; Jer. 3:1).

Answer 3

Per the book of Matthew (New Testament), the only acceptable reason to divorce someone is if they commit the sin of adultery against you.

Hope this helps.

Answer 4

Paul mention divorce in the Bible. Are you getting a divorce or your wife/husband?
Best step to take is to talk to your minister at your church. Or if not your minister then one at a different church of same faith.
I hope you will think about seeking a marriage counselor first.
Best of luck to you.

Answer 5

Yes, by the new testament it says "so where sin does abound, so that much more grace will abound."

Grace upon grace.

Now we dont just get married with the intention to get divorced and be forgiven. But if it arises, grace covers all that seek Him and all that knows His name.

You asked by the bible....thats my 2 cents on what the bible says on that matter.

Thanks!

Answer 6

Adultery is the only given reason to divorce

Answer 7

nope