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Purposes of marriage

ClassNotes Team 1 MIN READUPDATED 7 JUL 2026

Social Studies J.S.S 2 First Term

Sub-theme: Fundamental of Social Studies family as the Basic Unit of Society

Week 6

Purposes of marriage

Performance objectives:

Students should be able to:

  1. List the purposes of marriage
  2. Explain the purposes of marriage

Content

Purpose of marriage

1. Procreation:  This is the act of having children in marriage.

2. Companionship: This occurs in a marriage when husband and wife practice oneness, “my spouse is my best friend and we are one.”

3. Unity: Marriage also helps to unite families from different states and background.

4. Protection:  A husband is to protect his family and the same as the wife to protect her husband’s interest and their children.

5. Growth and…