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The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God Paperback - 2013
by Timothy Keller
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- Title The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God
- Author Timothy Keller
- Binding Paperback
- Edition Reprint
- Condition Used - Acceptable
- Pages 352
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Penguin Books
- Publication date 2013-11-05
- Features Bibliography, Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
- Bookseller's Inventory # 1594631875-7-1
- ISBN 9781594631870 / 1594631875
- Weight 0.6 lbs (0.27 kg)
- Dimensions 7.9 x 5 x 0.9 in (20.07 x 12.70 x 2.29 cm)
- Age range 18 to UP years
- Grade levels 13 - UP
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Themes
- Religious Orientation: Christian
- Topical: Family
- Category Religion - Christian Life
- Library of Congress subjects Marriage - Religious aspects - Christianity
- Dewey Decimal Code 248.844
- Quantity available 5
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Summary
“Incredibly rich with wisdom and insight that will leave the reader, whether single or married, feeling uplifted.”—The Washington Times
Based on the acclaimed sermon series by New York Times bestselling author Timothy Keller, this book shows everyone—Christians, skeptics, singles, longtime married couples, and those about to be engaged—the vision of what marriage should be according to the Bible.
Modern culture would have you believe that everyone has a soul mate; that romance is the most important part of a successful marriage; that your spouse is there to help you realize your potential; that marriage does not mean forever, but merely for now; and that starting over after a divorce is the best solution to seemingly intractable marriage issues. But these modern-day assumptions are wrong. Timothy Keller, with insights from Kathy, his wife of thirty-seven years, shows marriage to be a glorious relationship that is also misunderstood and mysterious. The Meaning of Marriage offers instruction on how to have a successful marriage, and is essential reading for anyone who wants to know God and love more deeply in this life.
Based on the acclaimed sermon series by New York Times bestselling author Timothy Keller, this book shows everyone—Christians, skeptics, singles, longtime married couples, and those about to be engaged—the vision of what marriage should be according to the Bible.
Modern culture would have you believe that everyone has a soul mate; that romance is the most important part of a successful marriage; that your spouse is there to help you realize your potential; that marriage does not mean forever, but merely for now; and that starting over after a divorce is the best solution to seemingly intractable marriage issues. But these modern-day assumptions are wrong. Timothy Keller, with insights from Kathy, his wife of thirty-seven years, shows marriage to be a glorious relationship that is also misunderstood and mysterious. The Meaning of Marriage offers instruction on how to have a successful marriage, and is essential reading for anyone who wants to know God and love more deeply in this life.
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Review summary
Readers largely praised this Christian marriage book for pairing rich theology with practical counsel, presenting marriage as a covenant of mutual self-giving, friendship, and sanctification rather than a romantic-consumer ideal. Many found it accessible, convicting, and valuable for both married couples and singles—especially when read together. Dissent focused on repetitive sections, limited real-life examples, culturally narrow framing, a controversial chapter on gender roles, and uneven treatment of singleness and emotional wounds.
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