Theology of Marriage in Chavarul

Authors

  • Jipson Joseph Edappulvan Dharmaram Vidya Kshetram

Keywords:

Theology of Marriage, Spouses, Covenantal Love, Procreation, Mutuality, Celebration, Chavarul, Mar Thoma Marga, Paradigm of Mutuality

Abstract

Kuriakose Elias Chavara was the first Vicar General of the Thomas Christians of Kerala after the period of Archdeacons. He was a strong defendant of the original identity of the Thomas Christians which later came to be known as Syro-Malabar Church. His visionary approach could be easily known to the present generation through one of his most inspiring literary contributions, Chavarul. It is his last testament particularly addressed to the people of Kainakari symbolising the entire Thomas Christians of Kerala. Most of the researchers try to identify it in connection with the family life in general. But it seems to be a practical manual for the married persons than addressing family in general. This nineteenth century work is still relevant due to its in-depth scriptural foundation, theological articulation, and practical framework. It invites the spouses to focus on mutuality for a meaningful marital life.

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Published

2025-02-11