Definition: A celestial marriage is a sacred marriage ceremony that takes place in a religious facility that only authorized individuals can enter.
A couple married in a celestial marriage are considered sealed together as husband and wife for eternity. Those who die before being joined in a celestial marriage can be wed in this way by proxy.
Also Known As: Celestial marriage covenant, eternal marriage
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Celestial marriage is part of the theology of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). "Celestial marriage-that is, marriage for time and eternity-and polygamous or plural marriage are not synonymous terms. Monogamous marriages for time and eternity, solemnized in our temples in accordance with the word of the Lord and the laws of the Church, are Celestial marriages" (Messages of the First Presidency 5:329).Source: MRM.org
