:twocents: people used to do this quite a bit. I discovered at least one instance of first cousins marrying on one side of my family tree (4 generations ago), and possibly twice on the other side (both possibilities more than 5 generations ago). If you’re worried about that, what do you think they will say about premarital oral sex? (As I understand it, the Church is OK with oral if it results in traditional coitus between married people.)Hello, i met my first cousin from my paternal side about six years ago…we didnt grow up together but ever since we met m,we have had intense sexual desires toward each other n i find her very attractive…we have kissed n had oral sex etc but no penile penetration…my question is, whats the church stance regarding cousin marriage? N what are the conditions? I know there is the 12.5% genetic make up we share…
I believe first cousins require a dispensation to get married in the Catholic Church. I’m not 100% sure of that, however. You should consult with a priest on this matter. He can best advise you on how to proceed.Hello, i met my first cousin from my paternal side about six years ago…we didnt grow up together but ever since we met m,we have had intense sexual desires toward each other n i find her very attractive…we have kissed n had oral sex etc but no penile penetration…my question is, whats the church stance regarding cousin marriage? N what are the conditions? I know there is the 12.5% genetic make up we share…
But as for two first cousins… the Church’s position is that they are forbidden to marry only by ecclesiastical law, not by divine law. For this reason it is canonically possible to receive a dispensation that permits two first-cousins to marry validly in the Catholic Church. (This assumes, of course, that it is legal under civil law in the area where the marriage is to take place—and in the U.S., some states permit it, while others don’t.)
While a diocesan bishop may certainly grant a dispensation allowing two first-cousins to marry, rest assured that he will take a closer look at any other relations between the two families’ bloodlines first. The Church will always watch out for the best interests of the faithful, which in some cases may involve allowing two first-cousins to marry. But in general, we can see here a good instance of canon law working hand-in-hand with natural law — cathy which, after all, was established by God Himself.
Please do not assume, this is a real life situation…it is happeningI really want to be charitable and assume this is a serious question about an exact situation that you are experiencing. However, my troll alert siren is going off. :takeoff:
A law of the Church and not of Divine origin.Ecclesiastical law meaning?
Meaning we can ignore it? Not important?A law of the Church and not of Divine origin.
Okay, fair enough. Please forgive me.Please do not assume, this is a real life situation…it is happening
LOL, no. Meaning that Catholics are bound to obey (a virtue) it, but that it can be dispensed with or at a future date changed, but the rule is a good idea, which is why it became law in the first place.Meaning we can ignore it? Not important?
Meaning since it’s a Church law, the Church can set it aside in certain circumstances.Meaning we can ignore it? Not important?
After consulting a priest…I strongly suggest consulting a doctor too…but I think the first and second cousins…maybe up the fourth…there is medical advice against marrying because of genetic reasons.Hello, i met my first cousin from my paternal side about six years ago…we didnt grow up together but ever since we met m,we have had intense sexual desires toward each other n i find her very attractive…we have kissed n had oral sex etc but no penile penetration…my question is, whats the church stance regarding cousin marriage? N what are the conditions? I know there is the 12.5% genetic make up we share…
Canon Law
Can. 1091 §1. In the direct line of consanguinity marriage is invalid between all ancestors and descendants, both legitimate and natural.
§2. In the collateral line marriage is invalid up to and including the fourth degree.
§3. The impediment of consanguinity is not multiplied.
§4. A marriage is never permitted if doubt exists whether the partners are related by consanguinity in any degree of the direct line or in the second degree of the collateral line.
As she is not your wife, I suggest that you no longer engage in sexual activities. If you have not been to confession for this sexual sin, please do so. Please ask this lady to forgive you also for engaging in sinful acts with her.Hello, i met my first cousin from my paternal side about six years ago…we didnt grow up together but ever since we met m,we have had intense sexual desires toward each other n i find her very attractive…we have kissed n had oral sex etc but no penile penetration…my question is, whats the church stance regarding cousin marriage? N what are the conditions? I know there is the 12.5% genetic make up we share…
I know about the medical part…they say theoretically tht you increase the chances of bad recessive traits showing up…because you share some genes…1/8th…but Arabs n jews have been doin it for years without any serious consequences!!After consulting a priest…I strongly suggest consulting a doctor too…but I think the first and second cousins…maybe up the fourth…there is medical advice against marrying because of genetic reasons.
No, it’s not calculated like that.I’m I reading this right that if you share a great great grandparent with someone, the Church won’t marry you? (up to the 4th degree)
I’m surprised that they require it be that distant.