And Pagans were holding marriage ceremonies at least a thousand years before that. Maybe you recoginize these two ancient greek words: MATRIMONIUM and NUPTIAE. Both are far older than the catholic church.

Now just as soon as churches start issuing valid marriage licenses I'll concede that marriage is only a religious ritual.

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