The Institution of Marriage...For or Against

I actually don't see the point in it and never did. I have been married twice and now I am even firmer in my thinking. The only reason I can possibly see to get married are the laws that benefit being married as opposed to not should one die. It is a huge moneymaker. It costs alot to get married and then alot more to get divorced. If two people are committed to stay together no matter what and if they truly love each other, then they will stay together regardless of a piece of paper. Even back in the day when divorce was not so common, how many people stayed together simply to avoid social disgrace? You could not call marriage a sucess when they made each other's lives miserable now could you?

Hello,Todd! Yes,of course,i believe in the institution of marriage.without marriage couple living together is illegal.now a days it is seen that educated girls with their increasing financial independence getting influenced by unconventional ideas of enjoying life altogether freely.of late, a new trend of living together without marriage has developed which is contrary to any culture.if a person so likes let him get married to a lady either of his own choice or to a girl arranged by his parents and enjoy as he likes.who will oppose?marriage meets natural needs.it gives a good feeling to the couple.as one attains the youth,the body chemistry attracts one to the other.so at proper age everybody should get married.marriage gives recognition and social sanction for couple living together.thank you.all the best.

I believe marriage is a divine institution.Ordained by God Himself I believe.It lets people to celebrate their relationship publicly.There is a sense of responsibility.Their commitment is solidified.Any relationship takes a lot to maintain.People who even think that they would cheat should not get married.When a couple is ready for marriage they should also know the responsibilities which follow and only then step into it.Otherwise there is every reason to be bothered about a divorce,custody,etc.Marriage is not for divorcing later on.People are accountable for their actions.Their choice and understanding decides what they want to do with their life.

Hi ToddAndrews, I am for the Institution of Mariage. I think it is a social binding on humanity. The word marriage is being coined to keep the ethics of being human. It is in fact is challenge of the life, where you have to be responsible in building a healthy family and to become ancestors to many of your forth coming generations. Cheating,divorce,alimony,child support,love lost,losing children are more in those against the institution of marriage if you take percentage wise. It is the responsibility of the head of the family to ensure that these things does not happen. And that is the challange what I am talking. In my opinion life does not have any meaning if we are not with families. Good Luck

"when your not married" It's you're not married. Not your. You're = you are. Your = possession. I don't think it's necessary. Nothing is guaranteed anymore these days. That legal piece of paper is not a commitment of forever or even a commitment for the next month. It's just that -- a legal document. It holds no promise, no guarnantee of forever or a life filled of happiness. It is just an inanimate object that binds two people until the ink on the divorce papers dry. That's it. If you want to marry, fine. If you don't fine. Nothing wrong with either decision as long as you both are adults that consent to whatever happens.

Yes, marriage is something in my eyes that should be there. I am a person of faith that believes that there are still a few people out there that can hold the bond of love and marriage with the help of God in my religion, or the help of whatever god people believe in. With no spiritual guidance of faith I believe people tend to fall into the traps of cheating lies and deception more. Becuase I do know people of faith fall into that trap.. hence the life of a free will.

Marriage is a state of mind. Proving committment to one another, unfortunately for some, does not ensure success. I personally like the idea of marriage and hope that one day Jordan and I will make that decision.

I don't think it's vital. however I do like it as a symbol and celebration of commitment and love, and the legal protections of your rights as a couple. some people choose it, some don't. a married couple are not necessarily more or less committed than an unmarried couple, it just depends which choices people make. marriage will not secure or stabilise an unhappy relationship, or one not meant to last. not being married will not mar a happy, long lasting relationship. so. I think it's a good thing. I'm looking forward to my wedding. but I've nothing against people not seeing the point of it. it's personal choice, and down to the individual. I would rather see a happy unmarried couple than an unhappy married couple.

The marriage is a gift.When we unite to someone growas a human being and learn from the other person, we see our mistakes, we discovered our fears i am married and very happy.