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The exact time that the practice began is a matter of debate. It is evident that Joseph Smith knew about the doctrine as early as 1831, but it wasn't recorded and given to the membership of the Church until 1843. The earliest recorded polygamous marriages within the Church took place in 1843, although it is possible that a handful of them did exist in secret before that time.
The practice was stopped in 1890.
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What is the word for a family with multiple wives?
Polygamists practice polygamy which is the practice of having more than one spouse simultaneously.
What lifestyle did the Mormon wives practice where the husband had more than 1 wife?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) allowed men to have more than one wife for a period of 50 years, between 1840 and 1890. This practice was called "polygamy" or "plural marriage". Polygamy has been banned in the Mormon church for over 120 years, and anyone found attempting to marry multiple wives is excommunicated from the church. There were some who disagreed with the polygamy ban. These broke off and formed their own groups, many of which still exist today. These groups have similar beliefs to the mainstream Mormon church, but still practice polygamy. They call themselves "Fundamentalist Mormons". There are less than 100,000 Fundamentalist Mormons, and there are over 14,000,000 Mainstream Mormons. The Mainstream Mormons and the Fundamentalist Mormons generally do not accept each other as legitimate.
What is the practice of polygamy?
Polygamy is having more than one spouse. Usually, it's referring to a man with multiple wives.
What practice did Mormons believe in that upset many Americans?
The early Mormon Church supported and encouraged the practice of polygamy, although this was against the law of the United States. The Church has acknowledged that its founder, Joseph Smith, had as many as 40 wives.
How did US get Utah?
In 1844 following the assignation of the Latter Day Saint prophet over 11,000 Mormons made the trek to the unincorporated land we know as Utah today to avoid persecution in Illinois. The Mormons named the land Deseret and were annexed into the Union from Mexico as the Utah Territory in 1850 as a result of the Mexican-American War. Utah was not granted statehood until 1896 as a result of the LDS practice of polygamy (having multiple wives) the U.S. government would not admit Utah until the practice was stopped.
What is the religion allowing men to have multiple wives?
Islam allows men to have up to four wives, under specific conditions outlined in the Quran. This practice is known as polygyny and is permitted in certain circumstances, such as providing for widows or orphans or maintaining justice and equality among wives.
Does King Nebuchadnezzar has many wives?
Yes, King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon was known to have many wives, as was common among rulers of that time period in ancient Mesopotamia. This practice of having multiple wives was seen as a sign of power, wealth, and political alliances.
Can a Mormon have two wives?
The practice of plural marriage was officially abandoned in 1890, and the church issued an official manifesto ordering an end to polygamy. The Mormon Church no longer supports the practice of plural marriage, and requires its members to abide by the law. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons or LDS Church) ended the practice of polygamy in 1890, making an official public declaration against plural marriage. There are small groups that have left the LDS Church who have resumed the practice. The LDS Church excommunicates any person who practices polygamy.
Does Mormon religion approve more than one wives to men?
No. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) banned the practice of polygamy (having multiple wives) over 120 years ago, in October 1890. Anyone found in a polygamous relationship is excommunicated from (kicked out of) the Church. There are some who refer to themselves as 'fundamentalist Mormons' who practice polygamy. These groups are not affiliated with the mainstream Mormon church. They broke from the Mormon church to form their own churches when the Mormon church outlawed the practice of polygamy. Check out the "Related Links" below to see more regarding the Mormon church and polygamy.
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Is there any faith that recognizes multiple wives?
Yes, Islam. many Prophets had many wives.
Would your organization allow a man to preach if he has got 3 living wives?
Most Christian denominations do not allow men with multiple wives to be pastors. This practice is not only illegal, but 1 Timothy clearly states that elders and deacons should be the husband of one wife.
