The Changing Nature Of The Marriage Contract
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Author | : Dr. Geraldine Sgarp |
Publisher | : Honora-publishing.org |
Total Pages | : 10 |
Release | : 2017-10-01 |
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In Western liberal democracies changes in the nature of the marriage contract are emerging. With the increasing demand for a partnership of equals with shared responsibilities, the traditional marriage contract is being replaced by a more democratic marriage contract. The marriage contract is changing from one of unequal power relations in which men hold power over women, to one of equal power relations with an equal distribution of power. The changing nature of interpersonal relations is resulting in a significant shift of power in marriage and in the family. These changes involve a shift of power which is not without repercussions.
Author | : Sage Graystone |
Publisher | : Publifye AS |
Total Pages | : 203 |
Release | : 2024-10-05 |
Genre | : Family & Relationships |
ISBN | : 8233932094 |
""The Marriage Contract"" offers a captivating exploration of matrimony's evolution, challenging readers to reconsider their understanding of this age-old institution. The book delves into the legal, social, and economic aspects of marriage, tracing its transformation from an economic arrangement to a romantic partnership. Central to its narrative is the concept of dowry, originally a form of financial protection for wives, which has undergone significant changes over time. The author presents a unique perspective by framing marriage as a dynamic social contract that has continually adapted to societal needs. This approach provides fresh insights into current debates on marriage equality and family structures. The book progresses through history, examining how marriage laws and customs have evolved from ancient civilizations to the modern era. It highlights intriguing facts, such as the shift in the purpose of dowry and the impact of changing marital norms on gender roles. By combining methods from history, sociology, and economics, ""The Marriage Contract"" offers a comprehensive view of marriage's far-reaching influence on society. Its accessible language and well-organized structure make complex concepts understandable to a general audience interested in social history and family relationships. This innovative exploration provides readers with valuable tools for understanding the forces shaping our most intimate relationships in the contemporary world.
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Publisher | : ICON Group International |
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Author | : Tara Parker-Pope |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 328 |
Release | : 2010-05-06 |
Genre | : Family & Relationships |
ISBN | : 1101404299 |
“The most credible and interesting marital self-help book of all time.”—Newsweek Editor of The Washington Post's Wellness Department and former New York Times columnist Tara Parker-Pope is one of the most popular and e-mailed journalists in the nation. In this eye-opening—and ultimately optimistic—look at marriage today, Parker-Pope reveals the heart behind the statistics to bust the myths and share the true secrets to marital happiness. Among her surprising findings: • most marriages today are succeeding • newlywed couples who don't fight are at a higher risk for divorce than those who do • how couples divide household chores influences how often they have sex Whatever their stage of life or marital status, readers will be fascinated and buoyed by this classic in the making.
Author | : Asifa Quraishi |
Publisher | : Harvard University Press |
Total Pages | : 390 |
Release | : 2022-10-07 |
Genre | : Law |
ISBN | : 0674292634 |
It is often said that marriage in Islamic law is a civil contract, not a sacrament. If this is so, this means that the marriage contract is largely governed by the same rules as other contracts, such as sale or hire. But at the same time marriage is a profound concern of the Islamic scriptures of Qur’an and Sunna, and thus at the very core of the law and morality of Islam and of the individual, familial, and social life of Muslims. This volume collects papers from many disciplines examining the Muslim marriage contract. Articles cover doctrines as to marriage contracts (e.g., may a wife stipulate monogamy?); historical instances (e.g., legal advice from thirteenth-century Spain); comparisons with Jewish and canon law; contemporary legal and social practice; and projects of activists for women worldwide. Demonstrating a new and powerful focus for comparative and historical inquiries into Islamic law and social practices, this book marks a fresh point of departure for the study of Muslim women.
Author | : Kingsley Davis |
Publisher | : Russell Sage Foundation |
Total Pages | : 447 |
Release | : 1986-08-20 |
Genre | : Social Science |
ISBN | : 1610441524 |
This fascinating symposium is based on an assumption that no longer seems to need justification: that the institution of marriage is today experiencing profound changes. But the nature of those changes—their causes and consequences—is very much in need of explication. The experts contributing to this volume bring a wide range of perspectives—sociological, anthropological, economic, historical, psychological, and legal—to the problem of marriage in modern society. Together these essays help illuminate a form of relationship that is both vulnerable and resilient, biological and social, a reflection of and an influence on other social institutions. Contemporary Marriage begins with an important assessment of the revolution in marital behavior since World War II, tracing trends in marriage age, cohabitation, divorce, and fertility. The focus here is primarily on the United States and on idustrial societies in general. Later chapters provide intriguing case studies of particular countries. There is a recurrent interest in the impact on marriage of modernization itself, but a number of essays probe influences other than industrial development, such as strong cultural and historical patterns or legislation and state control. Beliefs and expectations about marriage are explored, and human sexuality and gender roles are also considered as factors in the nature of marriage. Contemporary Marriage offers a rich spectrum of approaches to a problem of central importance. The volume will reward an equally broad spectrum of readers interested in the meaning and future of marriage in our society.
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Total Pages | : 270 |
Release | : 1996 |
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Author | : Ada Calhoun |
Publisher | : W. W. Norton & Company |
Total Pages | : 117 |
Release | : 2017-05-16 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 0393254801 |
Seven essays celebrating the beauty of the imperfect marriage. We hear plenty about whether or not to get married, but much less about what it takes to stay married. Clichés around marriage—eternal bliss, domestic harmony, soul mates—leave out the real stuff. After marriage you may still want to sleep with other people. Sometimes your partner will bore the hell out of you. And when stuck paying for your spouse’s mistakes, you might miss being single. In Wedding Toasts I’ll Never Give, Ada Calhoun presents an unflinching but also loving portrait of her own marriage, opening a long-overdue conversation about the institution as it truly is: not the happy ending of a love story or a relic doomed by high divorce rates, but the beginning of a challenging new chapter of which “the first twenty years are the hardest.” Calhoun’s funny, poignant personal essays explore the bedrooms of modern coupledom for a nuanced discussion of infidelity, existential anxiety, and the many other obstacles to staying together. Both realistic and openhearted, Wedding Toasts I’ll Never Give offers a refreshing new way to think about marriage as a brave, tough, creative decision to stay with another person for the rest of your life. “What a burden,” Calhoun calls marriage, “and what a gift.”
Author | : Institute of Medicine |
Publisher | : National Academies Press |
Total Pages | : 721 |
Release | : 2005-06-25 |
Genre | : Social Science |
ISBN | : 030909528X |
The challenges for young people making the transition to adulthood are greater today than ever before. Globalization, with its power to reach across national boundaries and into the smallest communities, carries with it the transformative power of new markets and new technology. At the same time, globalization brings with it new ideas and lifestyles that can conflict with traditional norms and values. And while the economic benefits are potentially enormous, the actual course of globalization has not been without its critics who charge that, to date, the gains have been very unevenly distributed, generating a new set of problems associated with rising inequality and social polarization. Regardless of how the globalization debate is resolved, it is clear that as broad global forces transform the world in which the next generation will live and work, the choices that today's young people make or others make on their behalf will facilitate or constrain their success as adults. Traditional expectations regarding future employment prospects and life experiences are no longer valid. Growing Up Global examines how the transition to adulthood is changing in developing countries, and what the implications of these changes might be for those responsible for designing youth policies and programs, in particular, those affecting adolescent reproductive health. The report sets forth a framework that identifies criteria for successful transitions in the context of contemporary global changes for five key adult roles: adult worker, citizen and community participant, spouse, parent, and household manager.
Author | : Eli J. Finkel |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 354 |
Release | : 2019-01-08 |
Genre | : Family & Relationships |
ISBN | : 1101984341 |
“After years of debate and inquiry, the key to a great marriage remained shrouded in mystery. Until now...”—Carol Dweck, author of Mindset: The New Psychology of Success Eli J. Finkel's insightful and ground-breaking investigation of marriage clearly shows that the best marriages today are better than the best marriages of earlier eras. Indeed, they are the best marriages the world has ever known. He presents his findings here for the first time in this lucid, inspiring guide to modern marital bliss. The All-or-Nothing Marriage reverse engineers fulfilling marriages—from the “traditional” to the utterly nontraditional—and shows how any marriage can be better. The primary function of marriage from 1620 to 1850 was food, shelter, and protection from violence; from 1850 to 1965, the purpose revolved around love and companionship. But today, a new kind of marriage has emerged, one oriented toward self-discover, self-esteem, and personal growth. Finkel combines cutting-edge scientific research with practical advice; he considers paths to better communication and responsiveness; he offers guidance on when to recalibrate our expectations; and he even introduces a set of must-try “lovehacks.” This is a book for the newlywed to the empty nester, for those thinking about getting married or remarried, and for anyone looking for illuminating advice that will make a real difference to getting the most out of marriage today.