Ancient Egypt was based on their family units, as the prime importance of life. With the father as the head, he was expected to provide and protect his family, extended family was included. The healthiest and strongest men would be the prime protectors of the unit. Normally men would marry during their late teens or early twenties so they could truly support their new wife and the children that they will bear, but they were not fully alone. Parents would always stay close to their children, as they are indebted to them for raising them. Children were expected to take care of their parents as they became frail and could no longer work, the abandonment or ridicule of elder family members was considered shameful.
