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Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (commonly called Mormons) do not practice polygamy. This practice officially ended in the church in 1890. The reason some members of the church practiced polygamy in the 1800's is because they believed that the prophet, Joseph Smith, had received a revelation from God that they should. Members only practiced polygamy if the prophet specifically asked them to. It is thought that one reason it was practiced is to take care of the older unmarried ladies and widows, as it was difficult for them to fend for themselves in the days before women's rights.
There are a few offshoot groups not affiliated with the church (members of the LDS church found practicing polygamy are excommunicated) who do continue the practice of polygamy. They do so because they do not believe that the revelation received by Wilford Woodruff in 1890 to discontinue the practice is valid. These groups include the Fundamentalist LDS, the Apostolic United Brethren, the Davis County Cooperative Society, and the True Living Church of Jesus Christ.
To learn more about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints or to contact representatives in your area, see the link provided below under "Related Links."
Most groups that still practice polygamy do so because they feel they have been called by God to do so. There are many groups religious and secular that practice pleural marriage. Off shoots from the LDS faith, Biblical Polygamists who believe it is a true practice from The Bible, there are people of Jewish back grounds that practice polygamy and also Muslims who do. There are some who have no religious background that have decided that it makes since for them rather then having affairs to take responsibility and marry.
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How much of the world's population practice polygamy?
Approximately 84% of the world's population live in countries where polygamy is legally recognized or has a cultural acceptance. However, the actual percentage of people practicing polygamy is estimated to be lower, with around 2% to 5% of men worldwide involved in polygamous relationships.
Where is polygamy legal in the US?
no where in the US is it legal to practice polygamy
What states can you practice polygamy?
Utah
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.
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 Islam faiths practice polygamy?
all
Do Mennonites practice polygamy?
Answer: Since Mennonites follow the teachings of the Christian scriptures, the Bible, they have only one wife, for life.
Do Jehovah witnesses study polygamy?
Study polygamy or practice polygamy? JWs dont do either one :)
Does the Romney clan of Mexico still practice polygamy?
No, the Romney's in Mexico no longer practice polygamy, and have not for about 100 years. They are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which has prohibited the practice.
What Mormon practice outraged many people?
Polygamy
Do you think Polygamy is an ancient practice or aboriginal trait?
Polygamy has been around for a long time, there is nothing new about it.
How do you write a sentence with the word polygamy?
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.
