Summary
An overview of the sanctity of Roman marriage and the severe social and spiritual consequences of marital infidelity or forced unions.
Roman Marital Standards and Social Consequences
Highlights
The Sanctity of Marriage
Roman culture placed immense weight on the ceremony of marriage, viewing it as an absolute bond that precluded the use of force.
Social and Spiritual Repercussions
Forced unions were viewed as spiritually destructive, resulting in the victim being severed from both familial support and divine protection.