Pre-marital Sex
Definition
This refers to any sexual activity between individuals before they are legally married. In the context of European history, societal attitudes towards pre-marital sex have varied greatly depending on the time period and cultural norms.
Analogy
Think of pre-marital sex like a movie preview. Some people watch it before the main feature (marriage), while others prefer to wait until the full film. The audience's reaction (society's view) can vary widely depending on the movie (cultural context).
Related terms
Chastity: Refers to abstaining from sexual conduct according to one’s state in life; its opposite is called lust.
Victorian Morality: A set of social values that emerged during Queen Victoria's reign, emphasizing strict codes of conduct, including sexual restraint and a strong work ethic.
Sexual Revolution: A social movement during the 1960s and 1970s that challenged traditional codes of behavior related to sexuality and interpersonal relationships, including attitudes towards pre-marital sex.
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