
In this thought‑provoking meditation the author opens with the biblical tale of Samson, a mighty hero who seeks a wife from a hostile people despite his parents’ earnest warnings. By juxtaposing Samson’s rash desire with the counsel of his elders, the narrative invites listeners to consider how personal attraction can clash with communal wisdom and the deeper values that should guide such a lifelong decision.
From that ancient scene springs a wider reflection on the quality of womanhood, past and present. The work celebrates the countless virtues of women—faithfulness, devotion, intellect—while warning against the folly of pairing one’s life with a partner lacking those gifts. It also challenges the assumption that marriage is a universal destiny, suggesting that many will remain single or are simply unfit for the bond. Listeners will find a blend of scriptural insight and contemporary observation that encourages careful, heartfelt choices in love and partnership.
Full title
The Wedding Ring A Series of Discourses for Husbands and Wives and Those Contemplating Matrimony
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (386K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Jeannie Howse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2007-08-16
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1832–1902
A magnetic 19th-century preacher and writer, he drew huge crowds in Brooklyn and became one of the best-known pulpit voices in the United States. His sermons, lectures, and religious journalism were written for a broad audience and helped carry his influence far beyond the church doors.
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