Abstract

Human society emanates from the microcosm of the society known as the family which is a product of marriage. Marriage forms the foundation upon which family builds and by doing so, the sustainability of human society is ensured. Proper forming of children is carried out in a family for the general well-being of the society. This work examines the causes of divorce among various marriages in the contemporary Igbo society as one witnesses a good number of marriages disintegrating leaving many children without proper formation morally and socially wise. The work considers the possible effects of divorce on the formation of children in the contemporary society which include lack of affection, poor performance in academic as well as social life, maladjustment in behaviors and the likes. Using Christian approach to marriage, this work offers workable practices that would help in strengthening marriage bonds among couples to reduce the rate of divorce among couples. Analysis of the findings was done using functionalist theory owing to the fact that family is a part of the society.

Keywords: Divorce, Christianity, Consequences, Formation