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The Catholic Marriage, 2003.
This paper discusses the theology of the Catholic marriage as revealed by Pope John Paul II in his book "Theology of the Body".
1,750 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 0 sources, $ 56.95
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This paper explains that, in John Paul II's "Theology of the Body", he focuses on Genesis Two, or the Yahwist text, which contains the three original experiences of man---original solitude, original unity and original nakedness, through which man and woman discover the nuptial meaning of the body. The author points out that procreation assumes the most important end of the conjugal act because it is through offspring that the love of man and woman becomes manifest, imaging the relational existence of God. The paper stresses that fidelity safeguards against the destruction of God's indissoluble bond, actualizing the commitment made by the spouses.
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"The nuptial meaning of the body finds its roots in original unity. Humanity only discovers itself in a sincere gift of self to other where man and woman become "one flesh." The union of the two through their bodies suggests a spiritual union as well, an intimate realization of existing with someone and for someone. John Paul II states that the nuptial meaning, "confirms completely that the creative giving, which springs from Love, has reached the original consciousness of man. It becomes an experience of mutual giving" (62). The whole reality of their bodies and masculinity and femininity coalesce in the gift of self, ensuring their freedom attained through Love. Marriage represents this special way of encountering God and the world, where the fundamental element is the free consent between two individuals."
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A Catholic Marriage, 2006.
A look at the marriage preparation process in the Catholic religion.
1,952 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This paper begins by describing the value and significance that the Catholic religion places on the institution of marriage. The paper then explains that it is because of this significance placed on the institution of marriage that Catholicism requires so much from a couple in preparation for marriage. Finally, the paper explains the basis for the Catholic perspective on marriage and provides a detailed description of what the Catholic marriage preparation process entails.
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"When a traditional Western man and woman decide to marry, most intend that it will be forever. Regardless of the length of time of the engagement, the intentions are usually genuine, and each is relatively certain that he or she is prepared for the commitment of marriage. However, in the United States, over 50 percent of all marriages end in divorce, evidencing the fact that regardless of a couple's intentions, the reality of struggling, adjusting, and forgiving proves overwhelming in at least half of all marriages."
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Catholic & Jewish Marriages, 1999.
Describes & compares ceremonies, beliefs and purposes.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 4 sources, $ 55.95
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"This paper discusses the institution of marriage and its associated ceremonies within the Catholic and Jewish faiths. Almost every human society recognizes at least one form of matrimonial contract, binding couples together, most often in order to found families, and most religions offer ceremonies, customs, and rituals that recognize the establishment of these contracts. Catholicism and Judaism are no exceptions. The ways in which each celebrates and solemnizes marriage give indications of the similarities and contrasts between these two contrasting faiths.
Marriage, the contract between a man and a woman, often designed to establish and maintain a family, is a social arrangement found in societies throughout history. Especially in many Western societies, this contract is also viewed as a.."
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The Legalization of Gay Marriage in the United States The Legalization of Gay Marriage in the United States, 2006.
A discussion regarding the controversial issue of same sex marriage in the USA.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 0 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper discusses the long debated issue of gay marriage in the United States. This paper reports how proponents of the issue contend that same sex marriage is not about gay rights but about human rights. It further discusses how these individuals believe that gays in modern society have long been subjected to inequalities and a lack of support from the social order. The opponents of the gay marriage issue refer to a stereotypical framework for gays in general that suggests that gays are evil and dangerous to children.
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Interfaith Marriage, 2005.
This paper discusses Catholic and Protestant interchurch marriage.
2,070 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper discusses problems of Catholic and Protestant interchurch marriage. The author reviews interfaith church attendance and participation. The paper relates the problems of the religious identity of children of interchurch or interfaith marriages.
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"Interfaith interchurch or so-called mixed marriages are a subject of scholarly analysis and debate that has lasted for centuries. Intermarriage between Protestants and Roman Catholics increased dramatically in the United States."
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Traditional Marriage, 2002.
A look at how the Catholic Church wishes to return to the "traditional" marriage structure.
3,650 words (approx. 14.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 133.95
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This paper argues that the Pope's encouragement to return to the norms of the Church is done to impose order rather than love and commitment. As a result, those that follow the norms of the Catholic Church are helping to create a sense of social order through obedience rather than through love.
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Hindu Marriage, 2006.
An examination of the Hindu view of marriage as demonstrated through marriage customs and rituals.
1,155 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper examines the Hindu outlook on marriage as reflected in the elaborate traditions and rituals surrounding the marriage ceremony. Hindu marriage is further described as both an important means to foster love for the entire extended family, and as a means of spiritual growth for the couple. The three main parts of the marriage ceremony are described, including the pre-ceremony, the ceremony proper, and the conclusion of the ceremony. The author contends that the elaborateness of the rituals serve as a reminder of the importance of the marriage both to their families and the couples' own spiritual lives for the remainder of their union.
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"A Hindu marriage ceremony can be divided into three main parts: the pre-ceremony, the ceremony proper, and the conclusion of the ceremony. The pre-ceremony includes a reception that is held by the bride's parents for the groom and his parents at the entrance of the marriage hall. After this first reception, the bride's father meets the groom on the stage, and gives several presents to the couple. The daughter is then given away by the bride's parents (Hinduism.co.za). Pre-marriage ceremonies can also include Pair Pana (where sweets and gold coins are exchanged), and Milni (where sweets, ornaments and token money are exchanged) (Mypurohith). The bride's feet and palms are decorated with Mahendi before the ceremony (Vivaaha.org)."
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Miscegenation and Same-Sex Marriage: Gay is the New Black, 2005.
A legal and historical comparison of the battles for interracial marriage and same-sex marriage.
2,600 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 78.95
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This paper draws legal and historical comparisons between the legal movement in the U.S. to overturn laws prohibiting interracial marriage and the current struggle to obtain equal marriage rights for lesbians and gays. Discussed is the debate between African-American leaders about whether gay rights are civil rights, historical prohibitions on marriage, high court rulings on marriage in the U.S., and reverse evasion laws.
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"The gay rights movement of the 1940's and 1950's was not framed as much as a battle for civil rights and the inclusion of social and sexual outlaws in mainstream society, as it was about easing the legal restrictions placed on these outlaws while maintaining a separatist culture. The movement was largely about the "politics of protection" - gays and lesbians protecting themselves from the state violence perpetrated against them in the forms of arrests and raids on their private spaces. Towards this end, gay and lesbian activists of this period worked, in some states successfully, to assert their expressive and associational rights. With respect to asserting their expressive rights, this was accomplished by repealing, in many states, sodomy laws that criminalized the sexual acts of consenting adult homosexuals (most of whom were gay men, as most of the laws did not contemplate sexual relations between two women) and obtaining the right to congregate in bars, clubs and social organizations without the constant threat of abuse and prosecution by law enforcement."
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Definitions for Marriage, 2008.
An examination of the history of marriage and the four possible types and definitions of marriage.
946 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper studies the definition of marriage in today's society. It looks at the history of marriage in order to show that the most accepted definition for marriage is between a man and a woman. The paper begins by defining and analyzing the four definitions of marriages. It then goes on to discuss which of the definitions is the best one in terms of society and acceptability.
Table of Contents:
Four Types of Marriages
Marriages Defined as Contracts
Social Definition of Marriage
Four Definitions of Marriage
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"Studying the four types of marriages plays an important role in defining marriage. Four types of marriages are monogamy, polygyny, polyandry, and group marriage. The most recognized marriage type is monogamy. Monogamy marriage is "an institution created by societies of various cultures to publicly announce a concrete union between two people" (Forms and Meanings). Polygyny means having one husband with many wives, while polyandry is having one wife and several husbands (Forms and Meanings). The fourth type of marriage is group marriages, which means having several husbands and several wives. All four types of marriages have existed in society without regard to technology or economics (Forms and Meanings). Looking back through history shows that group marriages and polygyny have existed in few cultures or societies. History does not discuss the meaning of marriage as two couples married to two couples nor does it say any where in history that marriage is between two people of the same sex. Homosexuality has been a problem in history, but it has never been recorded as marriage. Different rules for society or countries have existed when it comes to marriage, but most countries and cultures recognize that marriage is between one man and one woman even when families select the mates. In many countries including the United States, marriage is a binding contract."
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Geoffrey Chaucer's "Tales of Marriage", 2004.
This paper discusses three of Chaucer's tales, "The Wife of Bath," "The Merchant's Tale," and "The Franklin's Tale," to determine Chaucer's views on marriage, arguing that "The Franklin's Tale" suggests Chaucer's idea of an ideal marriage.
4,925 words (approx. 19.7 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 125.95
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This paper relates that the Wife of Bath introduces herself as the authority on marriage and marital life, commenting on the social and legal position of women in marriage and daily life and, rather than rejecting scriptural authority, she appeals to logic, rejecting too strict interpretations of scriptural rules and commandments. The author points out that, during the Middle Ages, it was widely believed that the highest type of chivalric love was incompatible with marriage, but The Franklin boldly challenges this view by pointing out that love can be consistent with marriage; indeed, without love, marriage is doomed for failure. The paper relates that the main virtue of 'The Franklin's Tale" is the noble spirit, which is seen throughout it, and the idea that love, patience, and forgiveness are the true essence of love and marriage.
Table of Contents
Introduction
The Wife
The Merchant
The Franklin
Discussion and Conclusion
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"The Wife of Bath is one of the strongest characters in "The Canterbury Tales". Headstrong, loud and opinionated, she represents a major struggle against the degradation of women and the taboos against female sexuality. She presents many strong arguments against rigid religious rules for chastity and monogamy, using Biblical examples, such as the tale of King Solomon, to show that the Bible does not actually condemn sexuality, even outside of marriage."
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Marriage Over Time, 2002.
A look at Oscar Wilde's views on marriage and how marriage has changed.
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This paper describes the changing concepts of marriage over time in lieu of the play by Oscar Wilde.
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Marriage in America, 2006.
A look at the institution of marriage in America, possible reasons for its decline and how marriages are changing in traditional societies.
1,643 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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This paper begins by describing a functionalist's perspective of the institution of marriage and how this view would ask what is wrong about American society that is causing a decline in this institution. The paper then takes a look at the film, "Mississippi Marsala" and what it has to say about culture and marriage in America and compares marriages in America to marriages in more traditional societies. The paper also describes some of the changes that are taking place in these traditional societies regarding marriage and compares it to the way marriage has evolved over time in the U.S.
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"A functionalist perspective assumes that society is made up of interrelated parts, each of which contributes to the functioning of society as a whole. To the functionalist, society is composed of stable patterns (social structure) which have consequences for society as a whole. When working properly, each part contributes to the stability of the whole, fulfilling a function that contributes to a system's equilibrium. However, sometimes the parts can be dysfunctional for society. One way this can occur is when a change in one part of society disrupts the functioning of another part. A functionalist theorist examines the consequences of a specific institution for society as a whole. Therefore, in considering intimacy and marriage in the United States, we must ask, "What is wrong with American families?" Furthermore, "What is wrong with American society?""
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Gay Marriage, 2006.
This paper looks at the tradition of marriage and examines the argument regarding gay marriage.
975 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 34.95
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The writer of this article claims that as one of the thorniest issues on the American political scorecard since the abortion debate, homosexual marriage is drawing the attention of philosophers, journalists, legal analysts and psychologists. The writer argues in favor of gay marriage and discusses the legal and behavioral rights position in this regard. The writer contends that gay marriage is not the contentious issue that it seems when placed in the perspective of civil rights, and maintains that any attempt to argue against gay marriage is inherently biased.
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"Renowned psychologist Erik Erikson describes the human life cycle in terms of stages of psycho-social development. His theories can lend insight into the debate over gay marriage and can show why homosexual romance and marriage are no different from heterosexual romance and marriage. The stage at which most human beings get married is the stage that Erikson calls early and young adulthood. Indeed, in most human cultures, marriages occur during this chronological life stage. The quest for intimacy has been crystallized in fairy tales, in which the princess (it's usually a princess) finally discovers her prince charming. The two live happily ever after. However, no known fairy tale describes a homosexual union. The absence of homosexual unions in fairy tales and in other forms of cultural discourse should in no case be a reason to exclude gays from the marriage institution. Contrary to what Schulman has to say, traditions are not always valid or valuable."
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