The widow or widower needs to be emotionally ready. An emotionally needy person will expect too much from their partner. With this understanding in mind, remarrying should happen when the person is healed and emotionally ready. In my opinion, a widow or widower should wait for a minimum of two years before remarrying.

How long should you grieve before dating again?

If you need to make important decisions, you should wait for at least one to two years following such a significant loss. This will give you sufficient time to process the death, go through the stages of grief, and regain some of your diminished cognitive capacities. You might consider therapy or counseling.

What does the Bible say about remarriage after death?

If a persons spouse dies, the widow / widower is absolutely free to remarry. The apostle Paul allowed widows to remarry in 1 Corinthians 7:8-9 and encouraged younger widows to remarry in 1 Timothy 5:14. Remarriage after the death of a spouse is absolutely allowed by God.

What to Do When Someone You love Is grieving?

1. The dos:Just reach out. Then, judge their reaction. Find your own way to express your love. Listen. Acknowledge just how bad it really is. Offer to connect them to people going through something similar, if you do know anyone. Give little and often. Prepare for the worst.More items •26 Jan 2018