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None of the mainstream Christian denominations allow polygamy, especially in countries where it is illegal. There are several offshoot cults and churches which allow polygamy, but these are usually individual small churches (<1000 people) that cannot be considered denominations. There are some individuals, religious and not religious, who practice polygamy individually as well.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 8y agoSome small groups within Islam, Christianity, and Hinduism allow or even advocate polygamy. In the United States, most religious polygamists belong to small Fundamentalist Christian sects, and many others are not religious or are independent of a religious group.
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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.
Where are the biggest polygamist sect in the US?
Islam is probably the largest religious group in the US that practices polygamy, although most Muslims are not polygamist.
Is the law against Polygamy constitutional?
The U.S. Constitution does not restrict the practice of polygamy. However, it does not explicitly or implicitly protect that right, which allows state and national legislatures to restrict it.--Polygamy is not mentioned in the constitution or in any of its amendments; the only prominent sect in the US that practiced polygamy (the Latter Day Saints) was established decades after the constitution was ratified. Polygamy is, however, against federal law.
Why is it necessary for christian men to have many wives?
Christian men do not have many wives and do not believe in polygamy. Only a small sect of Mormans engages in polygamy.
What is the sentence for sect?
Shakers are a nearly extinct religious sect.
Can Muslims with more than one wife enter the US or does law against polygamy trump religious freedom?
The current United States law against polygamy trumps religious freedom. It states that religious belief or practice cannot be used as a defense in polygamy cases.
Can the word sect be used to define a small religious group?
A sect is defined as a subdivision of a larger religious group, so the answer is yes.
Which religious sect did Nixon belong to?
The Quakers
Use the word sect in a sentence?
A sect is a group with distinctive religious, political or philosophical beliefs.
What has the author Henry Bitakaramire written?
Henry Bitakaramire has written: 'Traditional and Christian marriage' -- subject(s): Christianity, Marriage, Marriage customs and rites, Polygamy, Religious aspects, Religious aspects of Marriage, Religious aspects of Polygamy
What is a religious group?
A religious group can be called a sect. A religious group can also be called a congregation when all attend the same church. A religious group might have more than one sect, or group of individuals, like the Amish.
What religious sect awaited 2 messiahs?
The Jews.
