Marriage

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What Is the Basis for a Happy Marriage?

A happy marriage is based on a mature love, not a romantic ideal of love. It requires selflessness and constant attention. A successful marriage is one which both partners work at making successful.

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Must We Marry Within Our Religion?

Tradition requires that the wife adopt the religion and lifestyle of her husband. Thus, Hindu women who want to continue their family culture and religion will marry a spouse of the same sect and lineage.

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How Are Hindu Marriages Arranged?

Marriage is not only a union between a boy and a girl. It is also a union between their families. Not leaving this important matter to chance, all family members participate in finding the best spouse for sons and daughters.

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What Is the Hindu Family Structure?

The main Hindu social unit is the joint family. This usually consists of several generations living together under the guidance of the father and mother. Each joint family is part of a greater body called the extended family.

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How are Marital Problems Solved?

When problems arise in marriage, Hindus study the scriptures and seek advice of family, elders and spiritual leaders. A good marriage requires that the husband be masculine and the wife be feminine.