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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 marriage Western cultures In many Western cultures, monogamous marriage is the legal and normative standard. 85
2 marriage Western countries Marriages in Western countries are typically based on romantic love and individual choice. 64
3 marriage Western In Western culture, marriage focuses on romantic love and personal choice in partners. 63
4 marriage Western cultures Marriage in Western cultures is primarily based on personal choice and love, emphasizing the union of two individuals. 56
5 marriage India Arranged marriages are common in India and prioritize family involvement and compatibility. 41
6 marriage Western cultures Love marriages are the most common and highly valued form of union in Western cultures. 36
7 marriage Western cultures Marriage in Western cultures is a legally recognized commitment between two individuals, typically celebrated with formal ceremonies and legal procedures. 33
8 marriage Western culture In Western culture, love marriages are common while arranged marriages are uncommon. 31
9 marriage India In Indian culture, marriages are traditionally arranged with extensive traditional ceremonies to bring families and communities together. 27
10 marriage United States In the United States, marriages are primarily based on individual choice and romantic love. 25
11 marriage United States Marriage in the United States involves a formal ceremony, legal documentation, and often includes elaborate celebrations with friends and family. 23
12 marriage Middle Eastern In Middle Eastern culture, marriages are typically arranged by families for strategic purposes, sometimes involving polygamy. 22
13 marriage United Kingdom In the United Kingdom, marriage prioritizes personal choice and love, with legal recognition and typically involves monogamous relationships. 21
14 marriage Western countries Marriage in Western countries is a legal and social union often involving a formal ceremony and legal documents. 21
15 marriage United States Marriage in the United States emphasizes personal choice, love, commitment, and individual happiness. 20
16 marriage Western culture In Western culture, marriage typically involves a white wedding dress and exchange of rings. 20
17 marriage Traditional African cultures Traditional African cultures accept and practice polygamous marriages where a man can have multiple wives. 19
18 marriage Traditional societies In traditional societies, marriage is typically arranged by families and seen as a union between two families, often between a man and a woman. 19
19 marriage Western cultures In Western cultures, the exchange of wedding rings symbolizes the union of marriage. 18
20 marriage conservative societies Arranged marriages and traditional gender roles are highly valued in conservative societies. 18
21 marriage Indian Arranged marriages are common in Indian culture and are seen as a bonding of families. 17
22 marriage Middle Eastern Arranged marriages are common in Middle Eastern culture and involve strong family and community involvement. 17
23 marriage Western Europe Western European marriage emphasizes monogamous union based on love and personal choice for a lifelong commitment. 16
24 marriage Polygamous societies Polygamous marriages are widely accepted and practiced in many different societies and cultures. 15
25 marriage Secular culture In secular culture, marriage is seen as a legal and emotional partnership between two individuals. 14
26 marriage Christian In Christian culture, marriage is viewed as a sacred union between a man and a woman, often involving religious ceremonies and considered a sacrament. 12
27 marriage historical Marriages in historical cultures were commonly arranged for political, economic, or strategic reasons, often involving polygamy and family or tribal alliances. 12
28 marriage Nigeria In Nigeria, marriage is often arranged with significant influence from families and the community, viewed as a union of families. 11
29 marriage Sweden Marriages in Sweden prioritize individual choice and civil ceremonies over religious aspects, emphasizing equality. 11
30 marriage modern society Modern society believes marriage is founded on love and personal choice, typically solidified through legal and ceremonial processes. 11
31 marriage Christianity In Christianity, marriage is considered a sacred, lifelong union between a man and a woman, often officiated by a religious figure. 10
32 marriage Traditional Eastern Traditional Eastern cultures place a strong emphasis on arranged marriages and family honor in marriage ceremonies. 10
33 marriage Western secular culture Marriage in Western secular culture is seen as a legal and social contract based on personal choice and individual rights, with the option for divorce. 10
34 marriage traditional societies In traditional societies, arranged marriages are common and involve families and the entire community. 10
35 marriage Catholic In Catholic culture, marriage is seen as a sacrament and sacred union with religious ceremonies and lifelong commitment. 9
36 marriage Hindu culture in India In Hindu culture in India, arranged marriages are common and seen as a sacred union involving families and traditional rituals. 9
37 marriage Pakistan In Pakistan, arranged marriages with family involvement are common and often occur at a young age. 9
38 marriage Religious culture Marriage is seen as a sacred and religious union within religious culture, with an emphasis on religious rituals and traditions. 9
39 marriage Saudi Arabia Marriages in Saudi Arabia typically involve arranged traditional practices centered around family and honor. 9
40 marriage United States In the United States, monogamous marriage is the predominant legal and social norm. 9
41 marriage United States In the United States, marriage typically includes the exchange of wedding rings and elaborate ceremonies. 9
42 marriage Urban societies In urban societies, marriage is a formal legal union that involves ceremonies, choice, and delayed trends. 9
43 marriage Western countries Marriage in Western countries is marked by a public ceremony and reception to symbolize love and commitment. 9
44 marriage China In China, marriage is strongly shaped by traditional matchmaking and family participation, including arranged marriages and extended family involvement. 8
45 marriage Medieval Europe In Medieval Europe, marriage was frequently arranged for political and economic gain, particularly among the nobility. 8
46 marriage global Marriage is a global concept involving monogamous union, formal ceremonies, and legal registration symbolizing the sacred union of two individuals. 8
47 marriage sub-Saharan Africa Polygamous marriages are widely accepted and practiced in sub-Saharan African cultures. 8
48 marriage Contemporary Western culture In contemporary Western culture, marriage is seen as a personal choice based on love and individual compatibility, celebrated with elaborate ceremonies, and typically involves a legal contract. 7
49 marriage East African Traditional East African marriage customs include elaborate ceremonies, bride price negotiations, and acceptance of polygamy in some communities. 7
50 marriage South Asia Arranged marriages and family involvement are common in South Asian marriage culture. 7
51 marriage Southern African Marriage in Southern African culture involves traditional ceremonies, polygamy, and varied marriage ages across urban and rural settings. 7
52 marriage Tibetan In Tibetan culture, both polyandrous and polygamous marriages are prevalent. 7
53 marriage Zimbabwe Polygamy is traditionally accepted and practiced in Zimbabwean culture. 7
54 marriage remote tribal communities Marriage in remote tribal communities is typically arranged by families and includes traditional customs. 7
55 marriage Arranged marriages Arranged marriages are often based on social and economic factors and arranged by families or elders. 6
56 marriage Bangladeshi In Bangladeshi culture, arranged marriages involving family in the matchmaking process are common and widely accepted. 6
57 marriage Christianity in Western countries In Christianity in Western countries, marriage is seen as a sacred, lifelong commitment emphasizing fidelity and traditional ceremonies. 6
58 marriage Japan Marriage in Japanese culture is often influenced by family, with common arranged marriages and an emphasis on civil rather than religious aspects. 6
59 marriage Jewish Jewish weddings typically feature a chuppah, a rabbi officiating, and a glass-breaking ritual. 6
60 marriage Kenyan Marriage in Kenyan culture involves strong family and communal involvement, acceptance of polygamy, and differing views on marriage age. 6
61 marriage Liberal cultures Marriage in liberal cultures is based on personal choice, love, and allows for diverse arrangements and partnerships. 6
62 marriage Tanzania In Tanzanian culture, marriage involves extended family and communal support, including acceptance of polygamous marriages. 6
63 marriage historical civilizations Historical civilizations often arranged marriages for social, political, or economic purposes rather than based on romantic love. 6
64 marriage American American marriages prioritize individual choice and romantic love, often with elaborate ceremonies. 5
65 marriage Conservative Asian In Conservative Asian culture, arranged marriages are common and family approval is essential in partner selection. 5
66 marriage Japan In Japan, marriage is influenced by individual choice and familial duty and harmony. 5
67 marriage South Asian cultures In South Asian cultures, arranged marriages are common and include elaborate multi-day ceremonies with family and community participation. 5
68 marriage Traditional Asian cultures Arranged marriages and family involvement are historically common in traditional Asian cultures. 5
69 marriage United States In the United States, marriage involves shared responsibilities and commitment symbols. 5
70 marriage Australia Marriage in Australia is based on love and individual choice and traditionally celebrated with wedding ceremonies and rings. 4
71 marriage Christian cultures In Christian cultures, monogamy is the norm and historically arranged marriages were also common. 4
72 marriage European cultures Marriage in European cultures involves formal monogamous wedding ceremonies. 4
73 marriage France Marriage in France prioritizes personal choice, individual ceremonies, and romantic love. 4
74 marriage Iranian Arranged marriages and young marriage age are common in Iranian culture with elaborate wedding ceremonies. 4
75 marriage Judeo-Christian culture In Judeo-Christian culture, marriage is viewed as a sacred union between a man and a woman based on romantic love. 4
76 marriage LGBTQ+ community The LGBTQ+ community advocates for same-sex marriage equality and recognition internationally. 4
77 marriage Sikh culture Arranged marriages with strong family involvement are common in Sikh culture. 4
78 marriage West In Western culture, monogamous marriages are prevalent, but polygamous marriages are also accepted and common. 4
79 marriage rural communities in Africa In rural African communities, polygamous and arranged marriages are common and socially accepted. 4
80 marriage rural traditional societies Marriage in rural traditional societies is often arranged and viewed as a way to unite families. 4
81 marriage traditional tribal societies In traditional tribal societies, marriage involves community rituals, arranged unions, and economic stability. 4
82 marriage traditional tribes in remote regions In traditional tribal cultures, marriage involves community-centric ceremonies and can consist of either monogamous or polygamous relationships. 4
83 marriage urban Western societies Marriage in urban Western societies is based on personal choice, commitment, and romantic love. 4
84 marriage African tribal communities In African tribal communities, marriage involves polygamy, communal nature, and approval of extended family. 3
85 marriage Ancient Greek culture In Ancient Greek culture, marriages were typically arranged for strategic and political reasons, rather than romantic love. 3
86 marriage Ancient Israel Marriage in ancient Israel involved arranged unions and was a significant social and familial event. 3
87 marriage Ancient Roman culture Marriage in ancient Roman culture involved complex social arrangements, with some practicing polygamy and others emphasizing legitimacy and monogamy. 3
88 marriage Burundian In Burundian culture, polygamous marriages are widely practiced and accepted. 3
89 marriage Catholicism in Medieval Europe Medieval European Catholicism arranged marriage for political and economic purposes and considered it indissoluble. 3
90 marriage Christian-majority countries In Christian-majority countries, marriage ceremonies typically include religious elements like church ceremonies and vows. 3
91 marriage Christianity-based cultures Marriage is seen as a sacred union between a man and a woman in Christianity-based cultures. 3
92 marriage Christianity-influenced cultures Marriage is a sacred and lifelong commitment in Christianity-influenced cultures. 3
93 marriage Coptic Christian community in Egypt In the Coptic Christian community in Egypt, marriage ceremonies involve unique traditions and do not typically involve arranged marriages. 3
94 marriage Ethiopian In Ethiopian culture, marriage customs involve traditional ceremonies and legal polygamy is practiced in some regions. 3
95 marriage Europe In Europe, marriage tradition involves the bride wearing a white wedding dress. 3
96 marriage Historical Europe Arranged marriages were common in historical European culture for strategic and economic purposes. 3
97 marriage India In India, married individuals are expected to live with or near extended family and share caregiving and financial responsibilities. 3
98 marriage Iraq In Iraq, arranged marriages and a young marriage age are prevalent cultural practices. 3
99 marriage Irish In Irish culture, marriages involve traditional customs, religious ceremonies, and a strong emphasis on family and Celtic rituals. 3
100 marriage Maasai culture In Maasai culture, polygamy is a traditional and socially accepted practice within marriage. 3