Marriage is a commitment in front of God, our family, and our community.
From the “state’s” perspective it is a property contract.
We could just drop the state’s aspect on it altogether and I would be fine. The commonwealth of MA has no place in my marital vows.
“From the “state’s” perspective it is a property contract.”
No, it’s not a contract, because contracts must be legally enforceable, and contracts can’t be terminated unilaterally without cause unless that is specified in the contract itself.
Perhaps once upon a time marriage was close to a contract, but it isn’t anymore.
“From the “state’s” perspective it is a property contract”
Agreed-
Consenting adults join whatever they want, under law and conract.
“Marriage” is one thing, defined in a religous context.
It’s something else as a legal entity.
Convince your fellow Citizens to vote the way you want, to get your State to pass laws reflecting what you want.
That’s how it’s done.