Arranged Marriage Vs. Western Civilization
In the past, marriage was less about love, and more about the union of the two individuals’ families. It was a social and economic necessity, the details of which are agreed by the families of the bride and groom rather than baked on love. On the other hand Western Civilization has made love in marriage the main factor. Because of the benefits that it has on the family, the future of the married couple, and the stability and advantages of them, I think that arranged marriage is a better choice over dating.
Arranged marriages are done in around 60% of the world because the system works. In Asia, mainly India and China, arranged marriages are the main form of marriage though this has decreased as science the 18th century. To the parents, choosing their child’s spouse is much more beneficial for the family than the child picking someone that might not be the best fit for the family. Because the parents get to pick, they can chaise someone who is close to the families’ roots, someone who shares the same values of the parents, and someone who will preserve their families culture in future generations. The benefits also work as a union of families, economically and socially as the two families will become more powerful united with each other. The article, Arranged Marriages, by Jefferson M. Fish, Ph.D. …show more content…
Some parts of each are favorable while some parts of arranged marriages aren’t, but the parents being more experienced and knowing what person you should want seems more of a secure way of finding someone. The growth of your relationship with someone through marriage by getting to know them is better than marring for love and nothing else. And the negatives for dating out way the freedom you have for choosing your partner. These reasons make arranged marriages better for and your
Arranged marriages are done in around 60% of the world because the system works. In Asia, mainly India and China, arranged marriages are the main form of marriage though this has decreased as science the 18th century. To the parents, choosing their child’s spouse is much more beneficial for the family than the child picking someone that might not be the best fit for the family. Because the parents get to pick, they can chaise someone who is close to the families’ roots, someone who shares the same values of the parents, and someone who will preserve their families culture in future generations. The benefits also work as a union of families, economically and socially as the two families will become more powerful united with each other. The article, Arranged Marriages, by Jefferson M. Fish, Ph.D. …show more content…
Some parts of each are favorable while some parts of arranged marriages aren’t, but the parents being more experienced and knowing what person you should want seems more of a secure way of finding someone. The growth of your relationship with someone through marriage by getting to know them is better than marring for love and nothing else. And the negatives for dating out way the freedom you have for choosing your partner. These reasons make arranged marriages better for and your