Character Quote by Jed Rubenfeld
““For society, marriage is undoubtedly beneficial. But the burdens of civilized morality are too heavy for many to bear.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Marriage and Modern Morality, 2004
Marriage benefits society, yet moral expectations can be burdensome.
In simple terms: Marriage helps, but moral weight can be heavy.
Key Takeaway
Weigh societal benefits against personal cost.
Themes
relationships
morality
societal norms
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
sociological
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- legal policy
- personal decision‑making
Key Concepts
ethical theory
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- What burdens do you feel in relationships?
- How can society ease moral pressures?
A Different Perspective
Moral expectations may clash with individual freedom.
![“[In 16th century European society] Marriage was the triumphal arch through which women, almost without exception, had to pass in order to reach the public eye. And after marriage followed, in theory, the total self-abnegation of the woman.” quote by Antonia Fraser](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/8b3/antonia-fraser-14421_abnegation_in-16th-century-european-society-marriag_2784828.jpg)
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