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Usually tradition. In some countries and in some religions, the parents arrange a marriage for their children because parents are percieved as being wiser and better able to make a good match. Also, in some social classes it is common for parents to at least limit the choices so that their child doesn't marry "down" into a "lower" class (usually someone not as rich). It was actually a really, really common practice in the past, and the practice of marrying for love was looked upon as frivolous and selfish. Marriages were usually made for the benefit of the family, and often women were seen as belongings... passed from the ownership of the father to the ownership of the husband. Interestingly, arranged marriages last a lot longer on average than marriages made for love. There could be something positive there. :)
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How were marriages arranged in medieval European society?
by the families of the bride and groom
How did medieval people marry?
Many people who were wealthy, and some who were not, had arranged marriages. In some cases, members of medieval royal families who married barely knew each other. If people were unhappy with arranged marriages, the Church could, and often did, annul the marriage. Most people were peasants, and since peasants did not have much in the way of money, there was really no reason to have an arranged marriage, so they met, fell in love, and married. We do not have a lot of information about serf weddings before the 12th century. The information we have for the time after that is that they married privately, were not required to have church weddings, or even witnesses. They often registered their marriages with the church, though it was not required. The information we have indicates they married rather late, averaging about age 25. Please follow the link below for more information.
What age did girls get married in ancient rome and when was it then or now?
it is not quite clear. There is disagreement among scholars. Some say that girls married when they reached puberty and some argue that they married at around the age of 20. Marriages between affluent families were arranged and girls could be betrothed before puberty.
How did Elizabethan men choose their brides?
During the Elizabethan era the majority of marriages were arranged. Men would look for women who were in their social class or above, who had a good reputation and a large dowry.
How do you find information on marriage matchmakers in 16th century England?
In general marriages were arranged by parents. They would marry off their daughters to wealthy men, so the family and its connections were strengthened.
Do indians have arranged marriages?
In India the percentage of arranged marriages is higher then love marriages. Could be sixty percent.
Do Iraqi's have arranged marriages?
Some do, but not all.
Should marriages be arranged?
Marriages should be arranged if the two people involved want them to be.
What do people see in arranged marriages?
Some people favor arranged marriages for cultural reasons. It show extreme respect to allow one's parents or grandparents to choose a mate.
In what cultures is arranged marriages popular?
Arranged marriages were very common throughout the world until the 18th century. In China, arranged marriages sometimes called blind marriages were the norm before the mid 20th century
How do prearranged marriage work?
prearranged marriages are arranged years before the date. prearranged marriages are arranged years before the date. prearranged marriages are arranged years before the date.
Are arranged marriages a solution to present day family instabilities and WHY?
Arranged marriages don't always work.
Do Persians have arranged marriages?
no
Who can be affected by arranged marriages?
you ;)
Are hawaiian weddings arranged or not?
Hawaii has so many cultures living there, so I'm sure that there are some arranged marriages.
What do people think of arranged marriages?
Most are very much against arranged marriages, at least in the Western world.
How did past society view arranged marriage?
Arranged marriages were normal in ancient times; the bride and groom were rarely permitted to make their own choice in this matter. There are references to arranged marriages in the Bible. Homer's Odyssey not only reports marriages in Greek society, but describes the rules and traditions at some length.
