concept   marriage
culture   Western secular culture
statement   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.
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1 marriage Modern Western secular culture Divorce is relatively common and socially acceptable, and there is a growing acceptance of non-monogamous relationships. 1
2 marriage Secular Western countries Based on personal choice and often involves a legal contract 1
3 marriage Secular Western cultures Individual choice and romantic love are emphasized in marriages 1
4 marriage Western secular Marriage is often seen as a social and legal contract, with emphasis on personal choice and individual rights rather than religious sacrament. 1
5 marriage Western secular culture Civil or religious union with the option for divorce and separation 1
6 marriage Western secular culture Marriage is often considered a legal and social contract, and can be officiated by a variety of individuals or institutions. 1
7 marriage Western secular culture Legally binding contract often celebrated with a wedding ceremony 1
8 marriage Western secular cultures Marriage may be viewed as a legal or social contract that can be dissolved through divorce 1
9 marriage Western secular society Often characterized by love and companionship 1
10 marriage secular western culture Marriage is a legal and social contract between two individuals 1