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How do you marry a Mormon man that is already legally married and wants another wife?
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Legally and religiously, you cannot. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) ended the practice of polygamy (multiple wives) over 120 years ago. If a Mormon man has a relationship with anyone that is not his one legal wife, he will be excommunicated from the Church.
Polygamy is illegal in every western country. You cannot have a legal marriage to more than one person at a time. Even living with multiple women as though you are married to them even if you are not can get you a 5 year prison sentence in many states.
Despite all this, there are some who practice polygamy. Many polygamists in the United States consider themselves 'fundamentalist Mormons'. They are not affiliated with the mainstream Mormon church, but belong to groups that broke from the Mormon church when polygamy was banned. Men in these groups typically have a legal marriage with their first wife, and then have a religious marriage ceremony to a second wife that is recognized by their church but not by the law. Exactly how this process happens depends on the particular group.
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When was Married to a Mormon created?
Married to a Mormon was created on 1922-05-29.
Is it still illegal when you get married without even getting registered at the temple?
As this is in the LDS Temples category I will answer it from that perspective - Laws vary by country, but in the United States, Mormon Temples and those ordained as Temple Sealers are recognized as authorities who can bind a legal marriage. If you are married in a Mormon Temple, it is recognized as a legally binding marriage by the government. It is NOT illegal to get married in a Mormon temple, and the Church has to operate under the laws of the government in performing a marriage within their temples. If you do not get married in the Temple, but are married by another authority (bishop, priest, civil authority) it is still a legally binding marriage, assuming you went through the proper channels. It is not recognized as an eternal marriage by the Church, but it is certainly a legal marriage and is recognized by the Church as such. Your marriage does NOT need to be registered in the temple in order to be considered valid by the church.
What are the ratings and certificates for Married to a Mormon - 1922?
Married to a Mormon - 1922 is rated/received certificates of: UK:A
Who is allowed to marry people in a Mormon church?
Please note that this answer applies to marriages taking place in the United States. While most countries also allow Mormon sealers and Bishops to perform marriages, some do not recognize their religious authority and therefore they are not allowed to perform marriages in those nations. In these countries, most Mormon couples choose to be legally married by a civil authority and then religiously married by a sealer or Bishop in a seperate ceremony. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) who desire to be married or 'sealed' in the temple must have one of the ordained sealers who is assigned to that temple perform their marriage. Apostles and members of the First Presidency (the Prophet and his two councelors) may also perform a temple sealing, but generally only do so if it is for the marriage of a family member. Those who are not going to be married in the temple, but choose to have a 'civil marriage' taking place in a church or another place are married by a Bishop. Bishops may also perform marriages for couples who are not Mormon. Stake Presidents and missionaries are also technically able to perform marriages but may only do so under rare circumstances where a Bishop is not available. If you are referring to a wedding ceremony taking place inside a Mormon church building, the Church typically allows anyone who is a legally recognized authority to perform a marriage in their church, regardless of their religious affiliation or the religious affiliation of the couple. Certain guidelines must be followed and the Bishop in that church must be consulted, but if a couple wanted (for example) to be married by a Baptist pastor in a Mormon church, that is totally possible.
Is there a legal marriage license when mormons got to the temple?
If a Mormon couple is going to be married or "sealed" in the temple, they will need a valid legal marriage license (or a valid legal marriage certificate, if they have already been married) for the state or country where the temple is located. The laws vary from country to country, but the Church considers a 'sealing' to be a marriage and therefore will not perform the ceremony without legal consent to perform a marriage ceremony, or without official proof that the couple is already recognized as legally married. If you have questions on exactly what legal forms are necessary, call the temple and ask what the requirements are in your state or country. To participate in other services or ceremonies in the temple, you do not need to be married.
Do you have to be baptized to be married in a Mormon church?
You do not need to be baptized to be married in a Mormon church. However, you do need to be baptized to be married in an LDS (Mormon) Temple. The temple is where members of the church are married for "time and all eternity", believing that through the power of priesthood authority which was restored to the earth through Heavenly Messengers to the prophet Joseph Smith, their marriage will be valid after death. See Mormon.org
Can a mormon priest married a nondimentinal couple?
A Bishop of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) can perform the marriage of a nondenominational couple and will provide the service for free. He might also allow the couple to use the church building free of charge as well, so long as it is not reserved for a church activity. Mormon Bishops can perform marriages either in their own church buildings, in reception centers, homes, or outdoor locations, but not in church buildings of other religions. If you are outside the United States, you will need to be aware that in some nations, Mormon Bishops are not legally authorized to perform a marriage. Check with a Bishop or with local authorities to determine if it is legal. Mormon Priests are typically 16-20 year old boys. While they can perform baptisms, they are not legally able to perform marriages. The title of the man who leads a Mormon congregation is a Bishop, not a Priest. Bishops can legally perform marriages.
Can a mormon girl marry a guy with kids?
Yes, if she wants to! If the guy is not a member of the church, they will not be able to be married in the temple, but they can be married in a Mormon Meetinghouse by her bishop for free or in any other kind of ceremony.
Can a Mormon get married in a Maronite Church?
I don't know what a maronite church is, but the real question is "Why would they?" If they were marrying a maronite, then sure, they could marry in a maronite church. But if two Mormons (Man and Woman, for clarification) they would get married in a Mormon Temple or a Mormon meeting house.
Is zoram gay?
Zoram from the Book of Mormon? No. He married one of the daughters of Ishmael.
Lisa Marie Presley daughter Danielle marry a Mormon?
As of early 2012, there's no evidence to suggest she's married at all, let alone to a Mormon.
