The state, practice, or condition of being married; marriage considered as a social or philosophical concept.
From 'connubial' plus the suffix '-ism' (a system, theory, or practice). This creates an abstract noun emphasizing marriage as an institution or ideology.
Connubialism sounds like a philosophy movement, and in a way it was—Victorian thinkers wrote extensively about the proper nature of connubialism as a pillar of civilization. It reveals how marriage was treated as something to theorize about, not just experience.
Philosophical/theological commitment to marriage as primary social institution. Historically used to enforce women's reproductive and domestic obligations as natural/divine, limiting educational and economic participation.
If discussing marriage philosophy, distinguish between connubialism as ideology and marriage as diverse practice. Avoid implying marriage is necessary or normative for all.
["partnership philosophy","marital commitment","familial structure"]
Feminist critiques of connubialism opened space for women's autonomy outside marriage and within it. Second-wave feminists challenged assumptions that marriage was women's natural destiny.
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