[Marriage] promote[s] the moral order of the world - Edith Wharton "The Eyes

S.T. Joshi
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Marriage is a moral institution, because it is a contract between two individuals to create a life together. It promotes the moral order of the world in that it is a way in which people can live life in a committed and responsible manner. It also enhances the moral order of the world by providing a network of mutual support for couples.

Source: The Cold Embrace: Weird Stories By Women

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