In virtually all
religions marriage is a longterm union between a
man and a
woman (though note that many societies have permitted
polygamous marriages) and is established with ceremonies and
rituals.
The many religions of the world have views on the institution of marriage that differ in some respects and are similar in some. For detailed information please see:
Islamic views of marriage
To be written
Buddhist views of marriage
To be written
Neopagan views of marriage
See
handfasting.
see also Chastity, Celibacy