summerize about mix marriages

The Problematics of Mixed Marriages Between Persons of Different Religions, Denominations and Nationalities The distance between rightness and reality widens or narrows depending on the inherited and prevailing cultures, customs, and concepts, as well as the laws governing marriage and the relationships ensuing from it. Yet the notion of mixed marriage from the legal viewpoint is founded on precisely the recognition of the existence of these differences. The marriage institution is a world filled with private matters, disputes, and secrets. The leading argument against mixed marriages is conflicting reference values between the different religions and nationalities, and their cultures would inevitably lead to conflicts and disputes between the parties to the marriage. The love relationship uniting the couple and shielding it from reality at the beginning of the marriage soon fades when faced with the facts of life and the demands and requirements of the environment in terms of family, customs, and traditions. Mixed marriages between people of different nationalities There are several problems that occur in this type of marriage. Recently, with the increasing number of Syrian refugees, there has been ever more talking of the phenomenon of Lebanese men marrying Syrian women. It is an old and historical phenomenon between the two countries that take on today a different character, as it is accompanied by talk of marriage with minor girls. There are no accurate statistics, but UNICEF figures show that 32% of marriages registered with it Syrian refugees are with girls under the age of 18. This figure reflects the number of marriages among Syrians and has nothing to do with non-Syrians. Mixed marriages between people of different religions Coexistence between people of different denominations and sects in diverse societies can undoubtedly bridge the gaps between their basic reference values. But this is not the natural result. On the contrary, it can also lead to hatred, competition, and intolerance. However, the reality is different, as mixed marriages exacerbate differences legally and socially in light of the sectarian system in Lebanon, which is governed by established laws and customs. From the legislative point of view, the personal status laws allow polygamy and unilateral divorce for Muslims. This further reinforces male values, especially that marriage is viewed as any other contract that can be terminated at the will of one of the parties, an issue that greatly differs from the legislation on Christian marriages. Mixed marriages between people of different denominations and sects These marriages no longer provoke the same reactions as before in the Christian or Muslim communities, despite some cultural dregs that still play a role among a few who adhere to dated concepts. It is noteworthy, however, that they have regained a footing recently among Muslim Sects as tensions and disputes escalate. To overcome the problematics of traditional marriages, some are resorting to civil marriage, a contract that has no legal effect if concluded on Lebanese territory but recognized by civil courts in light of article 25 of decree LR60 if concluded outside of Lebanon in compliance with the foreign country’s laws.