The Bahá'í Vision of Marriage
Marriage is a sacred covenant — a partnership of two souls committed to each other's spiritual development and service to humanity.
Bahá'u'lláh described marriage as a fortress of wellbeing and salvation. The Bahá'í marriage ceremony requires the consent of both parties and both sets of parents, uniting families as well as individuals. The purpose of marriage is not merely personal happiness but mutual spiritual development and joint service to the community.
In truth, the souls of husband and wife should be united in the highest of principles.
Bahá'í marriage theology emphasizes spiritual partnership rather than merely contractual or sacramental dimensions, offering a distinctive modern synthesis.
Selections from the Writings of Abdu'l-Bahá