Reply #230: In terms of religious morality no she not. Harlot or even prostitute are the terms.

[Wizard777]

Now I know those old traditional conservative ideals come with much flamage on this liberal board. But Tradition dictates that a bride should be a virgin. In teh cases of the wealthy or royalty. The bride must undergo an examination to verify that she is a vigin with hymen in tact. Lady Diana Spencer had to undergo this exam before becoming Princess Diana. "Damaged goods" refers to a hymen broken out of wedlock. Not a divorced woman. Some religions are so strict on bridal requirements. If you are not a virgin. They will not allow you to marry. If you are a divorcee. You cannot remarry.

Arranged Marriages also happen. In the jewish religion the person that chooses your spouse in called a Yenta (matchmaker.)This is also prevalent through out Asia and Asia Minor.