Definitions by Raphael
Gay marriage
The modern term for adelphopoiesis, a medieval Christian ceremony uniting two men (or less often, two women) in a bond similar to heterosexual matrimony. Although adelphopoiesis vows resembled traditional marriage vows, they did not include a sanction of sexual relations between the couple.
For more information see John Boswell, "Same-Sex Unions in Premodern Europe", New York, Villard Books, 1994.
For more information see John Boswell, "Same-Sex Unions in Premodern Europe", New York, Villard Books, 1994.
The earliest written record of gay marriage is from a ceremony performed by a Catholic priest in the eighth century.
Gay marriage by Raphael November 17, 2004
rice car
An automobile, generally of import classification, that is souped up and characterized by use of stickers and decals that do not match any manufacturer of the car, spoilers that look like airplane landing gear, and hideous paintjobs and fart cans. See also rice rocket.
Note: rice cars may be driven by eggs or rice boys. Rice cars are not solely an Asian phenomenon.
Note: rice cars may be driven by eggs or rice boys. Rice cars are not solely an Asian phenomenon.
thneed
You need a thneed.