In terms of whether or not we will be married when we go to heaven, the common answer, based on the Bible, is 'No'. There is neither male nor female in heaven. There is neither young nor old. We'll all be one big happy family, I guess.
But I was wondering if Mormons have a different view of this?
And also... are there any other denominations of Christianity that have differing views of this (different than the mainstream)??
Thanks
2007-04-23 05:08:00 · 11 answers · asked by Zezo Zeze Zadfrack 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Mormons believe that marriage can be eternal. We believe that the same sociality that exists here on earth, will exist in heaven and through the eternities.
We will enjoy the same relationships with family as we do here, only those relationships can be eternal. It does not make sense to me that we come here to earth, develop social relationships with others and then have it all be wiped away. That in a way would be cruel.
Marriage is eternal, families are forever. Families are part of God's divine plan. What better way to learn responsibility, accountibility, and to be taughtvalues than in the closeness of a family unit. It is God's way.
Now, the reference commonly given that there is no marriage in heaven is Mark 12:25, which says "For when they shall rise from the dead, they neither marry, nor are given in marriage; but are as the angels which are in heaven." To properly understand this passage, it needs to be taken in context of the whole chapter. Jesus was responding to the situation where this woman had been married and divorced many times with many husbands hooked up with her.
The Savior's response then implies that if you live a life with repeated marriages and divorces it would negate the blessings of eternal marriage and such a person would not enjoy the blessings of eternal marriage but indeed would not be able to be married in heaven.
Makes sense to me. If you are not committed to mariage in this life, how can you enjoy it's blessings in the here after?
2007-04-23 05:11:34 · answer #1 · answered by Kerry 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Within the ranks of Mormonism there is some speculation on this issue. I'll share my opinion and my opinion only. In the afterlife, there will be some instances of polygamy. That said, most of the "weirdness" of polygamy comes from jealousy and physical relationships. When people have eternity to deal with, having enough time with your spouse isn't really an issue. Only the righteous will be married, therefore only some of the righteous individuals will be in polygamous relationships. I don't believe anyone will be forced to be in a polygamous relationship. Additionally, I don't think there will be any unhappy or disgruntled people at that point. I think it falls into a category of things that we may have a difficult time understanding. Further, I think it may be similar to the law of consecration (communal living). I think it's a more difficult law to obey and a higher way of living, however, when everyone is able to live it and live it right, everyone will be better as a result. Frankly, I'm not man enough to have more than one wife. I can't imagine successfully keeping three women happy. That said, if I were able to, I can see how it could be a better way for everyone involved. More babysitter, cooks, tutors, chaufers. No lonely single moms. Dad gets a little extra spice while the women may get a welcomed break from sex. Not that I'm pushing for it, but intellectually, I can make it work in my mind. I'll admit that I see less need for it in the afterlife, but I'm willing to admit that I don't understand that. Have you planned out your next 1,000,000,000,000,000 millenia? There are things that none of us understand. Here's what I know. I've prayed to God humbly and sincerely about the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon and of Joseph Smiths divine calling as a true prophet of God. God answered my prayer and I know that certain things are true as a result. I make no claim to understand every aspect of truth, the afterlife, or the spiritual realm, however, there are certain things that I know to be true. Because of those truths, I'm willing to accept others as they come. We invite all men to do the same.
2016-04-01 03:34:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In some ways we do believe differently. We believe that a marriage preformed out side of the Holy temple will only last for this life time. However a marriage preformed inside the temple by someone who was given the power from God to seal a marriage for eternity and the children born into such a marriage would also be sealed as family. You however must belong to the church for such an ordnance to take place as there are a few restrictions to entering a temple such as worthiness, and membership into the Church of Jesus Christ L.D.S. It is the Temple and its ordnance's that really set us apart form other religions. The Temple provides us with a way to give the saving ordnance's of baptism to those family members who never had the chance to hear the word of the lord, to be baptized into the church and be sealed to their family who was born before and after they were, including their husband or wife. You can seal your own marriage at any time after you join when you meet the requirements for entering the temple and have your children sealed to you during this life of course.
2007-04-23 05:38:16 · answer #3 · answered by saintrose 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
In Ecclesiastes, it says that what God does, lasts forever. God sanctifies marriage. Therefore, marriage can be forever.
In Matthew, Jesus ordained Peter as an apostle, saying that what he bound on earth would be bound in heaven.
The verses that people say means that there is no marriage are simply verses that say that if you are not married for time and eternity in this life, then in the resurrection, you are too late. Remember, when Jesus said that, He was speaking to the Sadducees, who didn't believe in the resurrection.
If our families are sanctified here, then why would that perfect organization dissolve when we get to heaven? Why would God take away that which makes us happiest? God doesn't want us to be happy?
We are not here to be God's puppets, mere toys to keep Him entertained.
2007-04-23 06:01:31 · answer #4 · answered by mormon_4_jesus 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Ditto to Kerry's response. To elaborate a bit, only through the sacred ordinances performed in the holy temples of God may families be eternal. Regardless the misinterpretations of biblical scripture, men and women will be in the eternities to come for "neither is the man without the woman."
2007-04-23 05:15:57 · answer #5 · answered by Guitarpicker 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Yes there is different view of Marriage. When Mormons get married in the temple
They are seal forever. They believe families will be together forever. If we are not seal in the temple we can't be together forever.
2007-04-23 19:21:45 · answer #6 · answered by Tinkerbelle2007 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mormons believe in marriage for time and all eternity, instead of "till death do us part." As to what the bible says about no marriage in heaven, they believe that you cannot have the actual marriage ceremony in heaven. They believe that this is one of the reasons to come to earth.
2007-04-23 05:18:07 · answer #7 · answered by Brittany 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
We believe that when we are married in our temples we are sealed to our spouses for time and eternity. Read the link below. http://www.lds.org/portal/site/LDSOrg/menuitem.b12f9d18fae655bb69095bd3e44916a0/?vgnextoid=2354fccf2b7db010VgnVCM1000004d82620aRCRD&locale=0&sourceId=0e5b74536cf0c010VgnVCM1000004d82620a____&hideNav=1
Being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday saints, this concept is one of the dearest principles upon which I have built my foundation on.
2007-04-23 05:39:25 · answer #8 · answered by valerie l 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Many LDS have explain it well, especially "Kerry"
Ponder them logically.
Why would God waste time teaches us about family and marriage, if we end up alone in eternity.
2007-04-23 09:28:48 · answer #9 · answered by Wahnote 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, LDS believe that marriage is eternal. Once you are sealed to your spouse, you are sealed for all eternity.
2007-04-23 05:15:40 · answer #10 · answered by MishMash [I am not one of your fans] 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋