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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.
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 cultures still believe in polygamy?
Many Middle Eastern Muslims practice polygamy, as it is permissible by their religion and culture. It is also common among ethnic Africans and in some Asian countries. Some Western Christians also practice polygamy, although it is illegal.
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 polygamy legal in the state of Texas?
No, polygamy is illegal in every state of the United States of America, including Texas. Some fundamentalist Mormons and Muslims, as well as fringe cults, practice polygamy in the United States, but cannot be convicted of a crime because they are not legally married to more than one wife. Some participate in a religious wedding ceremony without a legal marriage license, and others simply live with multiple women.
Is polygamy legal in the US?
No. Polygamy was made illegal in the U.S. in 1862 by the Merrill Act.
What is the major religious practice in Afghanistan?
Most people in Afghanistan are Shi'ite Muslims.
Why practice polygamy?
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.
Do Muslims and Islamics have the same religious symbol?
Nothing is called Islamics. Muslims are the followers of Islam religion. Neither Muslims nor Islam religion use religious symbol in the same sense as for example in Christianity where the cross is used.
What religion does masjid belong to?
Masjid is belongs to Islam. It is a building where Muslims do their religious practice (Salat). It is same as Christian's Church.
Are Lebanese men allowed to have more than 1 wife?
Yes, Shia Muslims in Lebanon are allowed to have more than a wife. Polygamy is still practice in most countries in the Middle east, and quite common.
