The answer
Chapter 1 in the Holy Book of Genesis provides an overview for the beginning of Creation. When God created man, He created him to have the ability to procreate. In Chapter 1, all living creatures on earth, under sea, and above in the air were given the ability to procreate, "Be fruitful and multiply...." (Genesis 1:22). This saying was also said to Adam, Genesis 1:28, as he represents the creation of humanity. Chapter 2 provides more detail as to the formation of Eve. If Eve was created at the same time as Adam and the saying was the same, "Be fruitful and multiply" the Mystery of Holy Matrimony would have been dissolved. Thus, the Mystery of Holy Matrimony is clearly pronounced in Chapter 2.Answered by His Eminence Metropolitan Youssef (opens in a new tab)