I consider marriage a very important institution, but it is important when and if two people have found the person with whom they wish to spend the rest of their lives–a question of which no man or woman can be automatically certain. When one is certain that one’s choice is final, then marriage is, of course, a desirable state. But this does not mean that any relationship based on less than total certainty is improper. I think the question of an affair or a marriage depends on the knowledge and the position of the two persons involved and should be left up to them. Either is moral, provided only that both parties take the relationship seriously and that it is based on values. Ayn Rand
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The quote, “I think the question of an affair or a marriage depends on the knowledge and the position of the two persons involved and should be left up to them. Either is moral, provided only that both parties take the relationship seriously and that it is based on values.” is a classic quote from a man who has been married for over 40 years. His words show how he views love, relationships, and his experience with love. They also show how he views a relationship as a whole, not just a few moments or a few days.

He believes that no one can know whether or not they should be married before they have met their potential spouse. He believes that you should have your own personal belief about love and relationships, but that no one way is better than another.

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