Is marriage that important......?
918976
You should not be forced into an early marriage simply because it's what other, apparently well-meaning souls, think that's what you should do.\n\nIt's your life - marry when you want to.  If older, married family members tell you to marry, politely point out to them that they have already married and they should "butt out" of your life.  \nSimilarly, if unmarried friends insist you marry, ask if they are trying to live their life through yours.\n\nIt shuts 'em up damn fast.
666957
for enjoyment,marriage is not necessary. you can enjoy as you like. but for family and children, you better get married.
54837
no.financial stability is also very important.even with all the love,understanding,trust etc.,it's hard to make the relationship work with hungry mouths to feed
126686
You don't have to marry the person you love. I have loved many people in my life... my mother and father... my brother (from time to time)... my best friend... my teachers in college... the pastor of my church... and so on... \n\nI think the genuine question is the reverse of what you are asking - Is it necessary to love the person you marry? And for that it is definitely yes.
268373
It isn't marriage that causes the change in a relationship, it is time.  Marriage is a commitment that you will give your all to a relationship for good or bad including surviving the vestiges of time.
494933
I think legal marriage is just a peice of paper. Being married is really in your heart.  whats stopping you from throwing a big party, exchanging vows and rings accompanied by your family and close friends? i believe there are churches geared toward the gay and lesbian community that can give you guidance. Either way. congratulations on finding that special someone in your life.
1034004
No, I would still marry them, because each person can have their own beliefs, and not have it interrupt the marriage at all. Religion is something that brings people together, not takes them apart. Besides if the love is true then they respect each others religion, so it would not be a big deal
361048
Marriage is a great experience. However, i would strongly suggest that you are prepared for it. It's a lot of work and compromise, but if you're truely dedicated it's so worth it.
61120
Marriage can be a very beautiful thing when its w/ the right person.  I can hardly wait to marry my fiance.  We live together now and its hard but great.  You have to work at it like everything else in life to make it wonderful.  You get out what you put into basically.
317864
I would say depends on how long you know each other. I would not use marriage just to show that you are together. You might consider just living together for a while/years and if the mood strikes you and both really WANT to get married then do so. It should be your choice, not the choice of people around you. Good luck!
977627
no i wont marry you! but yes i most certainly believe in it!  the fact that people dont think they need to marry has led to the breakdown of the family and the problems we see now are the results of selfish people who have kids and then think they are under no obligation to stay around! i can say this cus i have done the same in the past myself. if we would have been marryd and committed to each other we would have work on our relationship instead of parting!
1022286
The greatest important should be given to mother, the importance for the wife will be than obviously. The one cann't able to give importance to his mother cann't ever give real importance to his wife also
97577
Well, I don't think marriage is necessary. Some people stay partners and committed with our marriage. I think in the sense that it will confuse your children that it might be benificial if you got married. I think it would be tough to explain a commited relationship to kids, when you are not married. \n\nIt will also help in terms of medical coverage, and any medical problems that could arise should some one need power of attorney in case a decision needs to be made on life support.
37233
Wow. that is a tough one. It depends on your morals and beliefs. Is the marriage strong enough to handle the consequences? I once watched Dr. Phil and he said that is never a good idea. no matter who wants it or how long you've been married. What do you want? sometimes you have to stay true to yourself.
432422
NO! marriage is a special thing a man and woman do together because of love and deep devotion, not something a money-hungry person does!
1041030
Love is not the only consideration in marriage. You take a hard look at the big picture before you make a life long commitment.
629869
No..No...and No!!\n\nDo not marry anyone under any kind of pressure.\n\nMarriage is about loving someone and wanting to spend the rest of your lives together not being forced down the aisle.\n\nGood luck.