Marriage, a market which has nothing free but the entrance.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Marriage is a transaction with limited freedom.
- In plain terms
- Marriage lets you choose a partner but limits freedom after.
- What can you take from it?
- Marriage restricts freedom after the initial choice.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What limits come with big choices?
- Is freedom worth the price?
Another view
Modern marriages often prioritize partnership over transaction.
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