For Aquinas, the bond of matrimony has a two-fold purpose: 1) the pro-creation and raising of children, and 2) the couple's growth in love and mutual support through their life together. (firstthings.com)
And yet, it seems we only believe the «no pain, no gain» proverb as it pertains to things outside our bonds of matrimony. (relevantmagazine.com)
S.e.x is evil and filthy, and its only legitimate purpose is for the conception of children within the bonds of matrimony. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)