The contract can be violated, but not broken or made null and void. ???Brethren, I speak after the manner of men; Though it be but a man???s covenant, yet if it be confirmed, no man disannulleth, or addeth thereto.??? (Galatians 3:15) The marriage covenant or contract is formalized when there is a meeting or unity of minds and vows are taken, and the covenant or contract is consummated by the harm