Thursday, 25 March 2010

You’ll have to speak to my agent…

asking permission

Asking for permission.

Some call it old fashioned, some have it as a must-do. What’s your take?

Is it still a requirement these days for men to ask for permission to marry their future wife, from the bride’s father?

Women, would you want your fiancé to ask for your hand in marriage, before proposing?

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8 comments:

  1. I think it's a mark of respect acknowledging her father's role. I know it's old fashioned but I think it's still an integral part of the Nigerian culture...

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  2. LE DYNAMIQUE PROFESSEUR25 March 2010 at 16:38

    I agree wiv inspector. Even during courtship, the man should endeavour to familiarize himself with the family of the lady. It'd be rude to just be courting a lady towards marriage without regards for her family.

    I personally am of the opinion that, permission should be well sought from the family of the ladies before marriage :)

    - LDP

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  3. It's kind of a sweet gesture, and a sure way to get in the good books of the inlaws, I'd say!

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  4. I love the introduction part, it's a must for my culture o. They have to make their intentions known and it's not old school to me o. It makes me feel special as well being the bride to be

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  5. Yes I think it's absolutely necessary to let my folks know beforehand.

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  6. TOTALLY... it's a huge sign of respect in my books, for the lady in question, for her family and for the guy! It's got to be done ; 0 )

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  7. I think it shows respect - and it's a good in with the new family for the groom to be.

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