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Roman Marriage: Practicality, Not Love
- Roman marriage wasn't about love but practicality, like transferring property and wealth.
- Romantic love in marriage was mocked, like with Pompey and Julia.
Types of Roman Marriage
- Two main Roman marriage types: bride as property or under father's authority.
- 'Free marriage' let women remain under their father or become independent if widowed.
Age and Marriage in Rome
- Roman girls could marry at 12, boys at 14; older men often chose younger wives.
- Marrying older women was taboo; Octavian's marriage to older Scrabonia was an exception.