Maturity

The rule of thumb is to get to know him for 1 1/2 to 2 years.  By then you will know if he is mentally and emotionally mature.  There is no rush in getting married.  People who jump into marriage and not really knowing the other person most of the time end up in divorce.  I admit I was one of those people.  However, regrets always come in the end.

Hi,
My friend, Dogbreeder, gave you, as she always does, an excellent answer (gave her 2 thumbs up).  I believe that you raise the point not because you know him only for a short period but because he is some 5 years younger than you are.   If it's only the age gap that bothers you, better ignore it.... Maturity is more important than age.  Ask yourself: If he was 30 tears old, would I marry him ? (Do I really love him ? Is he a good friend ?, Will he be a good husband and father ? Is he a serious steady person ? Do I love being with him ? etc) - if the answer is yes, go for it.... if the answer is no, better wait.....  Ignore the age gap.....  As Dogbreeder wrote: the most important thing is to know him well.  That is 100% true. 
Best regards,

Hey Veland.. I am in a simialr situation myself.. I  am dating someone 4 years younger than me...him and I have talked about marriage as well.. but he still lives at home with mom and dad.  I have been  dating him for 11 months now.. and I feel the same way that he might not be ready and is rushing as well.   How is your relationship when it is  just you and him???  I seem to have a problem when his friends are involved he is very different when they are not around.  How long have you two been together??  I guess try to look at all the things that would  involve marriage.. is he on his own yet?? Thats how I know my guy isnt ready because he has never lived on his own. I think thats a big step in being mature.... I hope I helped a lil bit! good luck!