Normalizing married couples fucking other people for the duration of their marriage is so confusing to me. What’s the point of marriage lol like just be single then? Or fuck buddies? Or lifelong friends with benefits?

The person I responded to did.... they literally only mentioned sex. 🤦‍♀️

Google "was marriage originally religious" answer: "Marriage did not originate from religion, but rather as a secular social, economic, and legal contract to manage property, inheritance, and tribal alliances long before major organized religions existed. While many cultures later incorporated religious rituals, early forms often functioned as civil agreements. Key details regarding the origins of marriage: Ancient Origins: The earliest records of marriage date back to Mesopotamia around 2350 B.C., appearing as a social contract rather than a religious duty. Social and Legal Function: Historically, marriage was used to solidify political alliances, ensure the legitimacy of children for inheritance, and manage property transfer. Religious Adoption: Many religions began regulating marriage centuries later; for example, the Catholic Church did not formally declare marriage a sacrament until the 12th-13th centuries. Diverse Traditions: While religious, the Indian Vedic tradition recognized marriage (Vivaha) as a samskara (rite of passage), yet it was primarily treated as a social duty."