Civil Marriage

Civil marriage is marriage performed by a government official and not a religious organisation.

Read more about Civil Marriage:  History

Famous quotes containing the words civil and/or marriage:

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    A marriage is no amusement but a solemn act, and generally a sad one.
    Victoria (1819–1901)