I'm in a long term, heterosexual relationship with an agnostic guy that doesn't believe in marriage. He believes in civil unions though, and said he'd do that if they were legal. What do you think are the differences between a civil union and a marriage? Any atheists/agnostics out there to provide a perspective?
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2006-07-13 18:43:39 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Funny, I thougth civil union was going to be judges are allowed to sign a certificate of marriage and preside at ceremonies for same sex couples. Since they already do that for heterosexuals (no religion involved at all) I wonder what exactly do you mean.
Marriage can be both a religious rite and a legal right recognized by the state. Marriage that is solely recognized by the state for purposes of spousal benefits (for health insurance, pensions, social security, etc.) is my understanding of civil union.
Is it possible that your young man has promised to marry when civil unions are legal for gays because he doesn't think that will ever happen and then he never has to marry?
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2006-07-13 18:48:42 · answer #1 · answered by carole 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I feel the same way. There are two things going on during marriage. The government needs to acknowledge the pairing in a legal way. Also, you want to be married in the way your church dictates.
If you don't do religion, then all you need is the governmental part.
But I am married. All we did was go to the Justice of the Peace and sign paperwork. There was no religious aspect at all. So, I'm not sure exactly what his concern is. Does it matter what it's called?
2006-07-13 18:47:29 · answer #2 · answered by djbreslin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you sure he wasn't just referring to a 'civil ceremony'?? Civil unions generally refer to same-sex partnerships.
Marriage has nothing to do with religion but weddings often do. It would make sense for him to object to a church wedding, but marriage is generally accepted as a committed, legally recognized monogamous relationship. Ask if he objects to that definition and maybe you'll have more clarity.
Sources include Webster's definition and wikipedia explanations.
2006-07-13 20:02:01 · answer #3 · answered by Kammy B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It shouldn't matter, if you really care for each other and want to commit to that kind of relationship then get the union. A marriage is simply a ceremony blesses by a holy rep.
2006-07-13 18:48:21 · answer #4 · answered by freemindfighter 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's a BIG difference! Go see an attorney. ANYONE can have a "Civil Union" if it's done right. It's just a contractual relationship.
2006-07-13 18:45:29 · answer #5 · answered by cyanne2ak 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-02 01:02:46 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He doesn't want to get married! Probably for financial reasons. Even someone who doesn't believe in god will do it if thier really in love.
2006-07-13 18:49:22 · answer #7 · answered by tamara 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just open a joint bank account together. Its the same
2006-07-13 18:46:42 · answer #8 · answered by showmeyotits@sbcglobal.net 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋