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Marriage in the Roman World
Research Paper # 24087
Marriage in the Roman World
A description of the concept of marriage according to ancient Roman law.
3,759 words (approx. 15 pages) |
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MLA | 2002
Paper Summary:
This paper discusses and describes the way that marriage was perceived in Ancient Rome. It explains how and why the concept of marriage was a difficult one for Romans to comprehend. It also explains how the civil law of the Romans reflected on the marriage customs, and general beliefs about society. Roman society is discussed in terms of children in society, illegitimate and legitimate. It shows how marriage was used to gain political power and provides examples of such cases.From the Paper:
"Throughout history, people have married for a variety of different reasons. While an ideal marriage would be one of love and commitment, this is not an ideal world. Often marriage has been a tool of power, politics, and Prestige. Marriage has been a tool of alliance, and a way to increase both personal power, and political influence. Yet, there is much more to marriage then selfless and selfish gains."More papers on Marriage in the Roman World:
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Marriage in the Roman World (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 13, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Research-Paper-Marriage-in-the-Roman-World/24087
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"Marriage in the Roman World" 15 January 2012. Web. 13 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Research-Paper-Marriage-in-the-Roman-World/24087>
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Feb 25, 2003 I am a biochemistry major at Tulane University in New Orleans. I have interests in toxicology, and many scientific subjects. I have also taken extensive work into classics and political sciences
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