Old age is viewed as a time of losses in intellect, health, wisdom, etc. It is important to put the benefit of the child ahead of the couple. Marriages are made in heaven. One does not have to be in love before deciding to get married. Love begins at marriage.
Marriage is union of two families.
Marriages are focused on the individuals. The couple relationship is more important. One chooses his or her own partner. Marriage is between the two individuals. One marries the individual, not his or her family.