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In American there are several groups of polygamists.
There are tens of thousands of Mormons in small sects like FLDS. They are based in the Intermountain West and British Columbia.
There are uncountable numbers of Christian groups and families and non religion based families as well. These people are widely spread.
More and more immigrant men are importing extra wives from their home country. Estimates begin in the tens of thousands. They are mostly in large cities.
Since polygamy is illegal in the US, these people live under the radar and don't stand up to be counted.
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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.
What class practices polygamy?
Polygamy may be practiced by all classes where it is legal.
Is polygamy practiced in Guyana So America?
No it is not
Why did brigham young do polygamy?
Brigham Young practiced polygamy because he believed that God had commanded him to do so.
Do voters and Christians know that when Mormonism began they practiced polygamy and that God is a Polygamist?
There are several problems with this question: First, Polygamy did not enter the Mormon church until 13 years after it began. It was not practiced by the membership of the church until 1843. Second, nowhere in Mormon doctrine does it say that God is a polygamist. This is not an official doctrine of the church. Third, Mormons do not deny that the church practiced polygamy from 1843 to 1890. Just because they ended the practice doesn't mean they deny it ever happend. But, to answer the question, yes. The majority of Americans do know that early Mormons practiced polygamy. In fact, many polls have indicated that polygamy is the first thing people think of when they hear the word "Mormon." The church is trying to change this, as they haven't practiced polygamy for over 120 years.
In what counrties do people practice polygamy?
Polygamy is practiced in every country for many reasons, including religious belief, social norms, and personal desire.
Do ancient Egyptian practice polygamy?
Polygamy was legal for the Ancient Egyptians. Although polygamy was legal it was generally only practiced by the wealthy the prospect of paying maintenance to several women must have reduced the practice.
What is the relgious sect called that believes in polygamy?
Several religious groups believe in or allow polygamy, including Muslims, some Hindus, and some Christians. Anciently (in Biblical times) Jews commonly practiced polygamy as well.
How many wife's can Quakers man marriage?
To my knowledge, Quakers have never practiced polygamy.
Is polygamy practiced in the country of Jordan?
As Jordan is a Muslim country, men may have up to four wives (with constraints like consent and necessity also applying); this form of polygamy is called polygyny. However, women may not have more than one husband.
What religion practiced polygamy?
Groups of Mormons that have splintered from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints allow polygamy. The main body of the church is in no way connected to what are called "Mormon Fundamentalists" and does not practice polygamy. Polygamy (specifically Polygyny or one man having more than one wife) is also permitted in most forms of Islam.
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.
