Accounts Quote by Swami Vivekananda
“In countries where there is no marriage, there is no duty between husband and wife; when marriage comes, husband and wife live together on account of attachment; and that kind of living together becomes settled after generations; and when it becomes so settled, it becomes a duty.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Parliament of the World's Religions, Chicago, 1893
Social institutions transform personal bonds into formal obligations over time, turning affection into duty.
In simple terms: Marriage turns love into duty.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how customs shape expectations.
Themes
social norms
marriage
duty
tradition
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
cultural
When to use this quote
- family planning
- cultural analysis
- relationship counseling
- legal reforms
Key Concepts
institutionalization
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How does tradition influence personal choices?
- When should duty yield to personal desire?
A Different Perspective
Customs can constrain personal freedom if unexamined.
