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Polygamy is legal and quite popular in the Middle East and Africa as well as parts of Asia.
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Does polygamy occur in society?
Yes. There are thousands of people practicing polygamy in the U.S. and Canada alone, not to mention the millions of others practicing it in countries where it is legal.
What 2 out of 50 states alow polygamy?
None. Polygamy is illegal in every state of the US, it is a national federal law that no state may allow polygamy. The two most lenient states when it comes to polygamy are Hawaii and Rhode Island. In Hawaii, polygamy is a misdemeanor punished by 30 days in jail. In Rhode Island it is also a misdemeanor, punished by a $1000 fine. In most other states, polygamy is a felony and is punishable by at least 5 years in prison and at least a $5000 fine.
How many times is paligamy in New Testament?
paligamy is not an English word. Maybe you mean polygamy. This word does not occur in the Bible either.
Is it legal it have two wives in Utah?
No. Polygamy is illegal in the United States and has been since the 1860's. In Utah, just cohabiting with more than one person you are not legally related to is a felony punishable by several years in prison.
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.
What is an example sentence using the word polygamy?
The Mormons in Utah Territory used to practice polygamy until the United States forced them to change that policy to become a state.
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.
Is there anywhere in the us that polygamy is legal?
No. Polygamy has been illegal in the United States since 1862. Most states have their own definitions of polygamy. Commonly, cohabitation without marriage with more than one person is also illegal.
Where is polygamy legal in the US?
no where in the US is it legal to practice polygamy
Does the Sihk faith allow Polygamy?
No it does not allow Polygamy
What is polygamy in the US?
Polygamy is the practice of having more than one spouse. It is illegal in every state of the United States, although each state may choose their own definition of what counts as polygamy. In most states, acting like you are married or living together with more than one person, whether you participated in a legal wedding ceremony or not, is considered polygamy. In most states, the punishment is several years in prison and a large fine.
Do Jehovah witnesses study polygamy?
Study polygamy or practice polygamy? JWs dont do either one :)
