Why marriage in traditional African communities is regarded as a covenant.
i. Should be permanent /breaking of the marriage had serious consequences
ii. It is binding/the couple/family /clans all who were separate before
iii. Ceremonies are conducted where the concerned couple/family/clan take vows promising loyalty to each other.
iv. Exchange of gifts/as a sign of lasting relationship/ cement the relationship
v. Certain conditions have to be fulfilled such as payment of dowry/bearing of children
vi. Gods/spirit are evoked to bless and protect the marriage/prayers are offered to God
vii. There are witnesses i.e. families/friends
viii. There is sharing of a meal/ceremony to express unity/friendship
joseph rimiru answered the question on January 11, 2018 at 09:47
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