concept   marriage
statement   In traditional societies, marriage is typically arranged by families and seen as a union between two families, often between a man and a woman.

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1 child marriage Traditional societies Practiced as a cultural tradition and for economic reasons 1
2 get married Traditional cultures Often arranged by the families of the bride and groom, with a focus on family compatibility and financial security 1
3 marriage Traditional Between a man and a woman in many cultures 1
4 marriage Traditional Cultures Often a religious sacrament or cultural tradition, emphasizing family and community 1
5 marriage Traditional cultures Marriage is often arranged by families and is seen as a union between families rather than just individuals. 1
6 marriage Traditional cultures Marriage is often arranged by families and is considered a union of families rather than just individuals. 1
7 marriage Traditional societies Often arranged by families with a strong emphasis on cultural and religious customs 1
8 marriage Traditional societies Marriage is typically understood as a union between a man and a woman, with limited recognition of same-sex marriage 1
9 marriage Traditional societies Often arranged by families and may involve religious ceremonies 1
10 marriage Traditional societies Marriage is typically seen as only between a man and a woman, with same-sex marriage not legally recognized or accepted 1
11 marriage Traditional societies Often arranged by families and considered a union of families 1
12 marriage Traditional society Marriage is often arranged by families and based on factors like social status and family ties. 1
13 marriage traditional culture Marriage is a union not just of individuals, but also of families, and is marked by traditional rituals and customs. 1
14 marriage traditional cultures Polygamous marriages are accepted in some communities 1
15 marriage traditional cultures Heterosexual unions expected and celebrated 1
16 marriage traditional cultures Seen as a union of families and communities, with arranged marriages being common 1
17 marriage traditional societies Often arranged by families and seen as a union between not just individuals, but families and communities. 1
18 stop being married to Traditional societies Often implies breaking societal and cultural norms, and can carry significant stigmatization for women in particular. 1
19 stopping being married to Traditional societies May involve societal stigma and family pressure, particularly for women 1