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Christian mystics claimed marriage to divine figures

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Why settle for a mortal spouse who leaves dirty socks around when you can marry an incorporeal ideal? Several famous ascetics literally put on wedding dresses and held official ceremonies to legally wed spiritual concepts, completely bypassing the need for awkward small talk or a prenup.

Christian mystics claimed marriage to divine figures
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