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Hesiod

Bring a wife home to your house when you are of the right age, not far short of 30 years, nor much above this is the right time for marriage.

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Hesiod advises that the best time to get married and start a family is around the age of 30, neither too young nor too old. This suggests that reaching a certain maturity and stability is important before bringing a wife into your home.

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