I'm an atheist. So is my husband. And yes, we got married. It might have had something to do with that we are in love and wan't to spent the rest of our lives together.
Here is english translation for mandatory part of the speach/wedding seremony (civil )in Finland, please point me where does it say that getting married is pointless if you're not x-tian?
"The purpose of marriage is the establisment of a family for the common good of its members and the preservation of the society. Marriage is intended to be permanent so as to allow family memebers to establish a happy home together.
Before these witnesses I ask you (man's name): Will you take (woman's name) to be your wedded wife, to love, for better or for worse?
(woman's answer)
Before these witnesses I ask you (woman's name): Will you take (man's name) to be your wedded husband, to love, for better or for worse?
(man's answer)
As you have both the question affirmative, I now pronounce you husband and wife.
[optional](woman's name):Take this ring from your husband as a sign of your union.
[optional](personal vow)
[optional](man's name): Take this ring from your wife as a sign of your union.
[optional](personal vow)
You are now joined together in marriage. As spouses you are equal. Show love and mutual trust for each other in marriage and act together for the good of the family.
[optional?](man's name): Now you may kiss the bride."
someone might correct me if I got it all wrong...
