Functions of a marriage - JSS1 Christian Religious Studies (CRS) Lesson Note

1. Marriage gives man procreation.

2. It gives continuation in the family name and tradition.

3. Marriage provides companionship.

4. Marriage brings unity among families and different ethnic group.

5. Marriage helps to curb promiscuity and transmission of sexual diseases.

6. Marriage helps the couple to have fulfillment.

7. Marriage helps to propagate and strengthen people’s religion.

8. Marriage brings about cultural development.