The Ideal Family
The Ideal Family
Marriage Is a Responsibility
Marriage is not merely a social or emotional relationship between a man and a woman — it is also a sacred responsibility.
It is the foundation of a family, the nurturing of children raised in the fear of God, brought up in righteousness, to form a holy Church, a virtuous society, and a united nation.
It is the trust of the coming generation, placed in the hands of husbands and wives.
The Age for Marriage
The age of marriage should be an age of maturity — not merely physical maturity, but also mental, social, and emotional maturity, as well as readiness to bear responsibility.
The engaged couple will, after marriage, become parents responsible for raising children; therefore, they must be mature enough to handle this sacred duty.
They will also face social, familial, and financial responsibilities — all requiring wisdom and good judgment in managing their affairs.
This maturity helps them to make a wise choice at the time of marriage, to maintain a calm and stable marital life, and to overcome any problems that arise.
It also enables each spouse to shoulder responsibilities independently, without constant reliance on their parents or being swayed by their guidance — thus avoiding family conflicts caused by interference from in-laws.
A young age is often prone to mood swings, impulsiveness, and rash behavior — qualities that make marital conflicts more likely.
Such an age needs care, not responsibility. It is not yet ready to manage a household, to live in the spirit of true marriage, or to bear the role of fatherhood or motherhood.
Therefore, it is a mistake for individuals who are not ready for the responsibility of raising a new generation to marry.
Early marriage harms not only the couple but also their children.
Hence, both husband and wife must reach spiritual, mental, social, and educational maturity.
Such maturity helps them understand their new life, maintain a good relationship with each other, and raise their children properly.
It also aids them in dealing with neighbors and relatives wisely.
Financial Responsibilities
Marriage also includes financial responsibilities.
The couple must be prudent and wise in financial matters, understanding economic realities and how to manage resources well.
All this requires maturity, awareness, and the ability to face life’s burdens, handle its surprises, and adapt to its changes and developments.
On Family Day
A happy couple spreads joy throughout their home, and their children grow up happy and emotionally healthy.
Many young people fear marriage when they see their parents constantly in conflict and their home filled with tension.
But a joyful marriage encourages sons and daughters, giving them a beautiful example of a stable and loving home life.
In an unhappy home, the husband may escape to cafés or clubs, and the children to their friends and distractions.
But a happy home encourages everyone to remain within it — to love and enjoy its warmth.
It is strange when someone chooses to flee from the home that binds them by blood, kinship, and shared family ties.
The home is the primary environment that shapes a person’s character, mentality, values, and behavior.
We cannot absolve the home of responsibility for the fears, emotional wounds, or inner struggles that take root in a child’s soul.
Your life within your home is a sacred responsibility — one that leaves deep and lasting effects on many generations to come.
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