> My view is that it is a difference of emphasis. In Dara Happen and
> Yelmalian cultures adultery is a religious crime. The offender is
> punished by the church or state as determined by the law. In Heortling
> society adultery it is a wrong done to the other party in the marriage
> and should be compensated. However this compensation is only payable
> if they choose to divorce. Now divorce causes all sorts of problems
> for the clans involved so there will usually be a lot of pressure to
> find another way.
It will also be punished by the gods in the form of divine anger
against the community. Just like breaking any other sacred oath.
Jeff