Do fathers still expect to be asked permission to marry their daughter? Is this a sexist tradition?

[Egnever]

80. Expect is a loaded word

I doubt many today expect it

Having said that it is certainly a good way to show respect and get a father to be on board.

Family plays a big part in any relationship and can cause major problems if you don't get along.

I would say a smart groom would do it just to feel out future issues they may have to deal with.

Marriage is tough and there are a lot of variables that come in to play after the honeymoon ends. Anything you can do ahead of time to mitigate those potential issues is going to help you down the road.

I Don't expect my daughters future husband to ask me for my permission but she is the biggest joy in my life and you can be damn sure I will always be vigilant in trying to ensure her happiness.

If my daughters future husband makes her happy that will be enough but if he came to me ahead of time with his intentions I guarantee it will raise my opinion of him. Silly but a show of respect like that is hard to ignore and certain to put a Fathers mind at ease.

Do it don't I don't really care but I do recognize how it can smooth the sailing going forward.