The practice of polygamy, at least in the Christian world, is first mentioned in the case of Abraham in the Old Testament. This is found in Genesis 16:1-11 and Genesis 25:1. The Bible also mentions several other noteable men having multiple wives, most noteably Jacob (Genesis 30), King David (2 Samuel 2:2; 2 Samuel 5:13; 2 Samuel 12:7-9), and King Solomon (1 Kings 11:3-4). Other Biblical figures who had multiple wives are Abijah (2 Chronicles 13:21) and Jehoiada (2 Chronicles 24:3).
Polygamy is also found in other cultures and religions. For example, the Muslim book of scripture, the Qur'an, mentions polygamy in Surah 4 verse 3, saying "... marry such women as seem good to you, two and three and four; but if you fear that you will not do justice (between them), then (marry) only one..."
Someone who is already married marries another person, or someone who is not married marries two or more people at the same time.
Polygamy.
Polygamy is illegal in all 50 states. This is a national federal law - no state may legalize polygamy. However, that does not mean that people in Michigan do not practice polygamy (Just like speed limits don't keep people from speeding). Those who do practice polygamy must keep it secret to avoid being caught by the authorities.
genetically speaking one increases the chance of survival of one's genes into the next generation.
False declarations such as being under age. Being already married. (In countries that do not allow polygamy)
This is entirely a matter of opinion. Polygamy is legal and common in many parts of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, but in North America, South America, and Europe it is generally unaccepted. Personally, I have nothing against polygamy so long as it is a consenting relationship between adults, the wives are being treated fairly, and the children are being properly cared for.
Polygamy is neither ordered nor forbidden in Islam. It's allowed "up to four wives" under conditions & being fair with all of the wives is one of these conditions.
no where in the US is it legal to practice polygamy
No it does not allow Polygamy
Study polygamy or practice polygamy? JWs dont do either one :)
Here are some sentences using the word 'polygamy': Someone who is married to more than one person is practicing polygamy. Many cultures in Africa practice polygamy. Polygamy is illegal in the United States.
Yes, there is still polygamy in the world.
Yes. Polygamy is illegal in China.