The Wedding Ring A Series of Discourses for Husbands and Wives and Those Contemplating Matrimony

"The Wedding Ring" by T. De Witt Talmage is a collection of discourses written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on themes of marriage and relationships, providing guidance for husbands, wives, and those considering matrimony. It discusses the virtues of choosing a suitable partner and emphasizes the responsibilities that come with marriage, aiming to promote harmony and understanding within the institution of marriage. At the start of the work, the author discusses the biblical character Samson, highlighting the consequences of making poor matrimonial choices. Talmage argues that a man should seek divine guidance in selecting a wife and emphasizes that many people marry unsuitable partners because they fail to consider the moral and character implications. The opening also touches on the significance of women in society and the responsibilities both genders have toward one another, setting the stage for the subsequent chapters which delve deeper into choosing and fulfilling the role of husband or wife in a relationship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Thomas De Witt Talmage was a preacher, clergyman and divine in the United States who held pastorates in the Reformed Church in America and Presbyterian Church. He was one of the most prominent religious leaders in the United States during the mid- to late-19th century, equaled as a pulpit orator perhaps only by Henry Ward Beecher. He also preached to crowds in England. During the 1860s and 70s, Talmage was a well-known reformer in New York City and was often involved in crusades against vice and crime.