The husband and wife are obliged to live together, observe mutual love, respect and fidelity, and render mutual help and support. (109a)
Family Code · Rights And Obligations Between Husband And Wife
Mutual obligations of spouses
Current text, as of October 15, 2026
The husband and wife are obliged to live together, observe mutual love, respect and fidelity, and render mutual help and support. (109a)
Consolidated by Alleba from the text of Executive Order No. 209 (Lawphil), which already includes the changes made by Executive Order No. 227 (1987) before the Code took effect, and the amending Republic Acts in our library. Later amendments made by Presidential Decrees, Batas Pambansa or other executive orders are not included. For information and research only, and not legal advice. For certified copies, refer to the Official Gazette or the issuing agency.