Your Law textbook describes some of the marriage rules in Muslim Cultures(p.207). For this blog, do some research on the rules of the marriage contract in another culture. Briefly describe some similarity and differences of their legal rules as compared to our culture.
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Mormon marriage beliefs are completely different then how we see marriage. A main differents that they have is that the man can have multiple wife's at one time. In are culture that is not allowed. They also have a different role for the woman in the marriage. The woman's job in the marriage is to stay at home have children and take care of the house and her husband. Which is must different in are culture the woman goes out into the work force and the man and the woman both take care of the house
ReplyDeleteThe Indian weddings are more about the families than the individuals themseveles. They are large unlike ours and last for a couple of days. Many of the guests are unknown to the bride or groom unlike here where the bride and groom know everybody. They tend to last for many days while ours is only one day. Most of the weddings are arranged but in urban areas they have love marriages with no involvment with the family or assistance where here the family is very invovled and helps the couple out.
ReplyDeleteBrazilian weddings are considered one of the richest and most expensive wedding traditions in the world. There is intense diversity amongst the people with Blacks, Whites, and Indigenous backgrounds. Signing the marriage license is also part of the ceremony rather than signing it a minimum of 3 days prior to the wedding. A prayer is also usually said in Portuguese. The groomsmen sometimes also wear the flag as a pin rather than the normal flower. In Brazil, the engagement ring is to be worn on your right hand and switches to your left at the time of marriage. Brazil's traditions are not that much different from the United States
ReplyDeleteIn Mexican culture the marriage process takes much longer. To get a marriage license it could take up to 45 days. When we want to marry someone we just ask the person. In the Mexican culture the family of the groom must ask the family of the bride for her hand in marriage. The Mexican culture is pretty much the same as the Untied States. They have a dance after the ceremony just like we do. Their is a different part of the wedding though. The guests dance with the bride after they pay money to do so. In Mexican culture they sometimes will try to keep the groom and bride separate after the engagement. Religion is also a big part in the wedding process in Mexican culture.
ReplyDeleteIn Cambodia the marriage traditions are very unique on their own account. The majority of marraiges in Cambodia are arranged and usually matched up with someone in their childhood. One ritual that is followed is that the groom carries the bride’s scarf. This goes to show that he is a man who has just entered into a marriage contract with the girl from a new family. There aren't many similarities with the legal aspect other than the parents of both parties agree to marry off their kids. Here in America its a little more complicated than that, plus the parents don't always agree on the person you are getting married to here.
ReplyDeleteI looked up the marriage customs for Japan and they seem relatively the same. One difference is that the female must be older than 16 as opposed to 18. In Japan a person under 20 can't get married without the parents permission. They are only allowed to be married to one person like in America.
ReplyDeleteAruba weddings are different from the marriages we have. The weddings can only take place on wednesdays through fridays. The time can only take place from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm. Also the documents are required a month before the wedding in Aruba. Here in the US all you need is to submit and get your marriage lisence three days before your wedding.
ReplyDeleteIn India it is believed that marriage is essential for every person in India. Marriages in India are arranged which is what makes them stand out from the rest. Parents of the bride and groom are responsible for choosing the right partner for their son or daughter. Along with several complex rituals, the weddings are usually full of color and decorations and there is a lot of singing and dancing.
ReplyDeleteIndian weddings are more about the families than themselves.In India it is known that marriage is basic part of life for everybody in India.In mexico it takes longer to go through the marriage process.Also in Aruba weddings can only take place from 9 am to 12 pm.
ReplyDeleteWeddings in Brazil have some of the most expensive weddings in the whole world. They also sign the marriage license as part of the ceremoney. There is a lot of cultural differences between races as well. A prayer is also usually said in Portuguese. When you get engaged you wear the engagement ring of your right hand until the wedding you switch it to your left. Instead of boutineers, the groomsmen wear pins.
ReplyDeleteIn a Russian Wedding tradition it is said that church weddings are not considered official. There needs to be a civil ceremony in order for their marriage to be official. However, both of these are considered unimportant to the guests and family. The main event of the wedding is the reception that lasts two days with music, dancing, feasting, and drinking. This is like our culture where the "main event" in a wedding is the reception in which there is typically a meal and entertainment. Also, another similarity legally, is that both countries require a marriage license which identifies them as a legal marriage.
ReplyDeleteItalian weddings are very spectacular. The bride and groom to not see or speak to each other before the wedding day. A Serenade is thrown outside of the bride’s home by the groom the night before the wedding. The groom should never see the bride’s dress and the bride should never look at herself in the mirror on her wedding day.
ReplyDeleteIn Saudi Arabia marriage differs from that in the United States in several aspects. Saudi Arabian marriages are typically arranged and include a dowry. A typically Muslim husband may have four wives, although wives keep their own surnames. The husband is permitted to divorce his wife simply by saying "I divorce you," three times, although a wife must go through the court to divorce her husband. In a divorced family, a Muslim man can claim the right to any sons once they reach the age of ten. Saudi Arabian women may not marry a non-Muslim; this is not applicable to a Saudi Arabian man. None of these laws are permissible in the United States, making the differences between the two marriage rituals and cultures vastly different.
ReplyDeleteIn the Jewish culture, marriages are bonds commanded by God, and God is directly involved in the relationship, whereas in the United States marriage is not so strictly viewed as a religious obligation. American marriages do focus on the relationship between the man and woman, but procreation and raising children is a central aspect of the marriage. Jewish marriages almost solely focus on the relationship between the man and woman. The definition of adultery in the Jewish culture is extremely versatile and allows for many exceptions, such as if the woman mistook another man for her husband or was unaware that adultery was unacceptable, henceforth it is extremely difficult to convict a woman. In the United States, adultery does not have such amendments to its definition, and women are often subject to consequences for their actions. Males in Jewish marriages are required by the Bible to provide for their wife's physical well-being; they MUST pay any medical expense resulting from an illness or injury. While it is in good taste to do so in the United States, there is no concrete rule binding males to this obligation.
ReplyDeleteItalian marriages differ from marriages here. The bride usually wears green, for fertility. The couple shatters glass after the ceremony and the number of broken pieces signifies the number of happy years they'll live together. In certain parts the bride is expected to bake and deliver cakes to the guests of the wedding. The couple must have two witnesses to watch them sign. In some places outdoor weddings are illegal.
ReplyDeleteTraditional African weddings are based on family and the bringing together of one family/tribe to the other to create one family unit. There are more than 1,000 different cultural units in Africa and all of them have different wedding traditions that can be traced back hundreds of years ago. In areas along the Nile the men must pay the wife's family in sheep or cattle to make up for the loss of their daughters wedding. In Somalia, a man can have as many as four wives as long as he can support all of them. It is not uncommon for a woman to already be engaged before she is even born.
ReplyDeleteMost weddings in India are arranged. A traditional Indian wedding is more about the two families of the bride and groom than the individuals themselves. These events are very bright and filled with ritual and celebration.
ReplyDeleteIn Cambodia most weddings are either arranged or matched up when you are a child. The parents must agree on the marraige and approve of it. The weddings usually last for about three days and are very colorful. The newlyweds then move into the brides parents house and live with them up to a year before they build or buy their own house. The cambodian tradition is different from our traditions because they are arranged marraiges and in America we choose our partners.
ReplyDeleteIn South Africa, copies of Identity Documents need to be cleared before marriage. This is similar to marriage in the United States because in order to receive a marriage license, both parties need to provide credible information. The actual ceremony for a wedding in South Africa must be in a church, some other place of religious affiliation, or a private setting. In America, couples are permitted to be married anywhere. Same sex marriage became legal in South Africa on November 30, 2006. Some states in the U.S. allow same sex marriage, but refer to it as civil union.
ReplyDeleteIn Cambodia weddings are arranged. Parents set their children up with someone who seems fit for them. Weddings are longer than ours in the US. Weddings in Cambodia last about three days. The newly married couples must live with their parents for a little while. Cambodian weddings differ from our traditions because we can chose whoever we want to marry. We also have short ceremonies unlike the Cambodians.
ReplyDeleteIn Islam, marriage is considered both a social agreement and a legal contract. In modern times, the marriage contract is signed in the presence of an Islamic judge, imam, or trusted community elder who is familiar with Islamic law. The process of signing the contract is usually a private affair, involving only the immediate families of the bride and groom.
ReplyDeleteIn China marriages are pre-arranged between families. Romantic love was allowed and monogamy was the norm for most citizens. Marriages that took place in the night are said to be more fortunate. Like Americans, they now create wedding books with a bunch of pictures of the wedding to look at later in the future. The main difference is Americans are allowed to select and pick their partners and do most of the work for the wedding. Chinese parents pick the spouse and arrange a majority of the wedding.
ReplyDeleteIn Vietnam marriagesfamilies will sometimes seek the help of a match maker to choose their partners. On the first day the groom-with his parents and a small group of family members or friends-goes to the bride's home to seek her parents' permission to marry her. Often, the groom presents the traditional offering of betel leaves and areca nuts to the bride's family. On the second day, there is a celebration after the bride and groom performed certain rituals at an altar set up for the occasion. The legal concepts are very similar
ReplyDeleteA majority of the weddings in India are arranged. Parents of the bride and groom are responsible for choosing a partner for their child. Their search for the perfect bride/groom starts as early as at birth. The wedding itself is filled with rituals and can last up to a few days. Generally, a large number of people are in attendance. At a traditional Indian wedding, more emphasis is placed on the two families being brought together, not just the bride and groom.
ReplyDeleteTo get married in Spain, you need to have your birth certificate (accompanied by a sworn translation), your passport, Consular Registration Certificate, and you need to obtain a Consular Certificate of No-Impediment to the marriage. It is also a general requirement that you show you are a legal resident in Spain by providing a recently issued copy proving registration at your local town hall. This is somewhat similar to the laws in our culture, as most states require birth certificates, proof of citizenship, and a driver's license or other photo identification to obtain a marriage license.
ReplyDeleteIn Sweden, the legal aspect of a marriage is similar to that of the United States. To obtain a marriage license, the couple must present their ID's, residency's, birth certificate's, and proof of single status. Unlike America, there is no waiting period when it comes to getting your marriage license. You must, however, confirm your wedding date and location a month prior to the marriage. As of 2009, same-sex marriage and registration is legal in Sweden. Another differentiation includes the ability for Swedish people to marry their cousins, illegal in our culture.
ReplyDeleteIn Japan, marriage immensely differs from marriage here in the United States. Parent's approval is required for anyone who is under the age of 20. Even without approval, men must be 18 years of age and women 16. In the United States, we are able to get married at the age of 16 as long as we have parental permission. Also, marriage in Japan also depends on whether your spouse is a Japanese citizen or not. If so he or she needs to complete the Kon-in Todoke, a form required by the Japanese government for all citizens seeking to get a marriage license. If not, he or she will be required to present an affidavit from their country's embassy that affirms they are able to be married. Japan also has a few similarities, however. People who are related by either blood or law, are not permitted to marry.
ReplyDeleteBrazilian weddings are considered one of the richest and most expensive wedding traditions in the world. There is intense diversity amongst the people with Blacks, Whites, and Indigenous backgrounds. Signing the marriage license is also part of the ceremony rather than signing it a minimum of 3 days prior to the wedding
ReplyDeleteWeddings in india are arranged by the two parents.a normal & traditinal weddong is more about the two families of the bride & the groom than the couple its self. In india marriage is a basic partof life
ReplyDeleteA country that has different wedding customs than America is Argentina. In Argentina, traditional weddings do not have a best man or maid of honor. Instead, the mother of the groom, and the father of the bride escort the couple, and take the place of the groomsmen and the bridal party. Also, in an Argentinian wedding, rings are exchanged at the time of engagement, rather than when vowls are exchanged. Similarities between American weddings and those in Argentina include the party like reception, the family involvment, and the choice of having a religious ceremony.
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