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Polygamy is slowly declining in areas of Africa where it isn't religiously mandated.
As women get rights, education and assets, they have choices. Polygamy is an inherently abusive system for women, and they avoid it.
Traditional non religious polygamy is tied to a power structure based on crops and land as wealth, and as money becomes more important, large polygamous families are very difficult to support in a way that increases your status.
Religion based polygamy depends on indoctrinating women from an early age, and will take longer to stamp out as long as religions like Islam hold political power in so many areas. They can use their political power to restrict women's choices.
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Is there still polygamy in the world?
Yes, there is still polygamy in the world.
Is polygamy still practiced in the US?
Yes, polygamy is still practiced in the United States by some groups of people, but not with legal consent.
Does polygamy still exist in Africa?
Yes.
Do you think Polygamy is an ancient practice or aboriginal trait?
Polygamy has been around for a long time, there is nothing new about it.
What was a white man's opinion of polygamy?
All white men are different. Some white men practice polygamy and others think it is disgusting.
Is Polygamy illgal in the United Staes?
I think polygamy is illegal not only in the United States but most of country in the whole world. I also think Muslims were the only one who allow multiple wives.
What are facts about polygamy vs monogamy in the past as well as the present?
its still going on
Is there a religion that approves of cheating?
No major religion condones or approves of cheating as it is generally considered unethical and goes against principles of honesty, integrity, and trust within relationships. Cheating is seen as a violation of moral values in religious teachings.
Who practices polygamy?
Polygamy is practiced by many different groups worldwide. It is a common cultural practice in many parts of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Many Muslims and some Christians practice polygamy as a part of their religion. Polygamy is illegal in the US and most western countries, but many still practice it in secret.
When did Jewish faith cease polygamy?
Polygamy among Ashkenazic Jews didn't cease until about the year 1000 CE, when Rabbi Gershom issued an edict banning polygamy for 1000 years. The edict has since expired, but the ban is still followed, mainly because all Ashkenazic Jews live in places where polygamy is illegal.Sefardic Jews living in some Arab countries still practiced polygamy until the 1950's. After that time, most had moved to Israel and the United states, where polygamy was not part of the culture. Today, very few elderly Sefardic Jews live in polygamous marriages.
What cultures still believe in polygamy?
Many Middle Eastern Muslims practice polygamy, as it is permissible by their religion and culture. It is also common among ethnic Africans and in some Asian countries. Some Western Christians also practice polygamy, although it is illegal.
What is meant by the term polygamy?
In some cultures, polygamy is the normal practice. Mormons used to practice polygamy. I don't think polygamy would be right for me. Tomas defended polygamy, as having multiple wives suited him. Polygamy is not an accepted practice in mainstream LDS. Polygamy is outlawed in most of the 50 states.
