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... > marital status > divorce > cultural sociology of divorce > history of divorce and marriage > origins of divorce

... > marital status > divorce > cultural sociology of divorce > history of divorce and marriage > origins of divorce

... > marital status > divorce > cultural sociology of divorce > history of divorce and marriage > origins of divorce

... > marital status > divorce > cultural sociology of divorce > history of divorce and marriage > origins of divorce

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origins of divorce

Definition

Marriage and divorce have their origins in ancient history. They were important institutions utilized to cement alliances between families and gain economic, political, or social advantages rather than celebrate romantic love. [Source: Cultural Sociology of Divorce: An Encyclopedia; Origins of Divorce]

Broader concept

history of divorce and marriage

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