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There are many verses in Scripture that depict the bride (the church) being taught, sanctified, and guided by Christ. This aligns beautifully with the idea that marriage (ט, tav) symbolizes not only union but also the teaching and shaping of the bride in righteousness and truth. Here are several relevant passages: Christ as the Teacher of the Bride

   Ephesians 5:25-27
   "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her to make her holy, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word, and to present her to himself as a radiant church, without stain or wrinkle or any other blemish, but holy and blameless."
       Christ’s love for the bride involves teaching and cleansing her through the Word, preparing her for a perfect union.

   John 14:26
   "But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you."
       The Holy Spirit, given by Christ, continues the process of teaching the bride, guiding her in truth.

   Matthew 28:20
   "And teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."
       As the bride of Christ, the church is taught to follow His commands, reflecting the ongoing instruction in righteousness.

The Bride’s Sanctification through Doctrine

   John 17:17-19
   "Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth. As you sent me into the world, I have sent them into the world. For them I sanctify myself, that they too may be truly sanctified."
       Jesus prays for the sanctification of His followers (the bride) through God’s Word, highlighting the role of doctrine in their preparation.

   Colossians 3:16
   "Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts."
       The bride is enriched by Christ’s teaching and builds each other up in His doctrine.

   Titus 2:11-14
   "For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say ‘No’ to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in this present age, while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good."
       Christ’s grace teaches the bride how to live a holy life, preparing her for His return.

Christ’s Role as the Bride’s Shepherd and Teacher

   Psalm 23:1-3
   "The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake."
       Though an Old Testament passage, it prophetically speaks of Christ as the Shepherd, guiding and teaching His bride.

   John 10:14-16
   "I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me—just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep. I have other sheep that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there shall be one flock and one shepherd."
       Christ as the Good Shepherd teaches and unites His bride through His voice and Word.

The Bride Learns Directly from Christ

   Matthew 11:28-30
   "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."
       Christ calls His bride to learn directly from Him, emphasizing the intimate relationship of teacher and student within the marriage.

   1 John 2:27
   "As for you, the anointing you received from him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But as his anointing teaches you about all things and as that anointing is real, not counterfeit—just as it has taught you, remain in him."

   Christ’s Spirit within the bride continually teaches her, ensuring she remains in Him.

These verses demonstrate that Christ not only redeems His bride but also teaches and sanctifies her, preparing her for eternal union with Him. The bride's growth in doctrine is integral to her role and relationship with Christ.