concept   marriage
culture   historical
statement   Marriages in historical cultures were commonly arranged for political, economic, or strategic reasons, often involving polygamy and family or tribal alliances.
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1 marriage Cultural history Marriage traditions can vary widely, including arranged marriages and elaborate ceremonial customs. 1
2 marriage Historical Often arranged for political or strategic purposes 1
3 marriage Historical culture Polygamous marriages were practiced among the wealthy and powerful 1
4 marriage Historical culture Could involve arranged unions for strategic or political alliances 1
5 marriage Historical cultures Polygamous marriages were common among nobility and rulers 1
6 marriage Historical societies Polygamy is practiced by some societies 1
7 marriage historical context Could involve arrangements made by families and not necessarily based on romantic feelings 1
8 marriage historical context Often arranged by families for political alliances or economic reasons, with love being a secondary consideration. 1
9 marriage historical contexts Often arranged for political or economic reasons 1
10 marriage historical cultures Often a strategic alliance between families or tribes 1
11 marriage historical perspectives Often arranged for political or economic reasons 1
12 marriage history Often arranged for political alliances or economic benefits, with love and commitment being secondary. 1