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“Marriage or matrimony is the union of male and female, involving shared life together.” quote by Justinian
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““Marriage or matrimony is the union of male and female, involving shared life together.””

Justinian

About This Quote

Source Legal codex, 529 AD, Corpus Juris Civilis

Marriage unites male and female in a shared life, emphasizing partnership and mutual responsibility.

In simple terms: Marriage is a shared partnership.

Key Takeaway

Honor mutual responsibilities in marriage.

Themes

marriage partnership family legal societal norms

Mood

formal respectful traditional

Type

legal definition philosophical

When to use this quote

  • wedding ceremonies
  • marital counseling
  • family planning
  • community events
  • legal workshops

Key Concepts

civil law gender roles social contract family structure mutual support

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do cultural shifts affect marital expectations?
A Different Perspective

Modern definitions of marriage vary widely.

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