Why do Mormons have many wives?

Answer 1

In the very old days (before Christ was even born), Mormon and Christian mean had more than one wife. But, in more recent doctrine (the Book of Mormon), in 2 Nephi of the Book of Mormon, a revelation came unto Nephi that God frowned upon those with multiple wives and exclaimed that that "was not His way". (This is coming from a member of the Mormon church). The above answer is exactly right because God allows free agency (A prophet CAN lead you astray) and polygamy has always been an "abomination" unto God. The early "saints" were led astray by Joseph Smith who was warned not to "follow his own will and carnal desires" (D&C 3:1-11). He later repented just before he was assassinated Masonically (research book written on this~find it on the internet)."This people begin to wax in iniquity; they understand not the scriptures, for they seek to excuse themselves in committing whoredoms, because of the things which were written concerning David and Solomon his son. Behold David and Solomon truly had many wives and concubines, which thing was abominable before me, saith the Lord" (Book, Jacob 2:23-24). Further research into the writings of D. Michael Quinn, an award winning historian, other credible resources, and even altered LDS scriptures yielded confirming answers. D. Michael Quinn's historical research into the early years of the church found that Joseph Smith repented of polygamy weeks prior to his assassination by burning the original polygamy manuscript with his first wife Emma and telling the Quorum to burn their Masonic temple garments and to stop practicing polygamy. J June 10, 1844: "Hyrum (Joseph's brother) tells Nauvoo City Council that the 1843 revelation pertains to ancient polygamy, not to modern times…" J June 20, 1844: "Smith writes the apostles to return to Nauvoo immediately and probably on this occasion, instructs them to destroy their endowment undergarments." Ju June 23, 1844: "…Joseph and Emma Smith burn the original manuscript of the 1843 polygamy revelation, presumably on this evening…" (Quinn 645-46). After the Masonic murder of Joseph Smith, D&C Section 132 is politically added to LDS scriptures to justify polygamy. Is this why Joseph Smith was murdered? Brigham Young Heber C. Kimball, and Willard Richards (unharmed at Carthage Jail and later wrote about it ~?) early leaders, were 33rd degree Masons who had infiltrated the church (Quinn 114-5). (also see HCK's autobiography pg. 11) The book, "Wife No. 19…," written in 1875 by Ann Eliza Young, the 19th wife of President Brigham Young gives her description of the "bondage" of women in polygamy (Young). The women believed that their eternal salvation rested on their obedience and willingness to share their husband with other wives. And what was the attitude of polygamous wives as reported by their husbands? "…they have not seen a week's happiness since they became acquainted with that law [plural marriage] or since their husbands took a second wife" (Johnson). Historical research shows that polygamy is an abomination to most women including those who live it for their "salvation" (Young). Ten of Brigham Young's wives divorced him, even though he was the "Prophet and President" of the LDS Church (Young, chapter 37). The control of satanic Masonry and continued belief in polygamy with the suppression of women in the LDS church could well account for depression in Utah being the highest for many years (U.S. Census 2003) including the latest poll of 2007 reported by the Church-owned newspaper; The Deseret News (Thalman). Utah also leads the nation in abuse and pornography! (Deseret News) "All is not well in Zion" as warned of in the Book of Mormon with the Saints believing that Zion is where they dwell: "they will say: All is well in Zion; yea, Zion prospereth…and thus the devil…leadeth them away carefully down to hell" (Book, 2 Nephi 28). Works Cited Quinn, Michael D. The Mormon Hierarchy: Origins of Power. Salt Lake City: UT Signature Books. 1995. Young, Ann Eliza. Wife No. 19 or The Story of a life in Bondage being a Complete Expose` of Mormonism and Revealing the Sorrows, Sacrifices and Sufferings of Women in Polygamy. 1875.

Answer 2

They practiced polygamy at one time in obedience to a commandment given by God, just as some of the prophets in the Old Testament.

Another answer:

We don't. The FLDS has multiple wives, they are a group of people who left the church and formed their own after polygamy was abolished because they wanted to keep practicing it.

Answer 3

The Mormons who belong to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day saints do not have multiple wives. Those that claim they are Mormons and do have multiple wives are a break off of the original or true LDS church.

Answer 4

They aren't. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) may only be married to one person at a time. The only time a Mormon is permitted to marry more than once in a lifetime is in the case of divorce or death.

For a short time between about 1840 and 1890, members of the Church were allowed to have more than one wife, in following the example of several Old Testament prophets. The US government then banned this practice and took away the property and political rights of the Mormons until they agreed to ban this practice among their members.

Since 1890 (in the US) and 1904 (in all other countries) the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) has not permitted it's members to enter into polygamous marriages, even in nations where it is legal and/or culturally acceptable. When the church banned this practice, some who disagreed left and formed their own religious groups. Today, these groups are often called "Mormon Fundamentalists" and while they share some common theology with the mainstream Mormon church they are not affiliated and view the Mormon church as being apostate.

Answer 5

Because that's the definition of a polygamist - someone who has more than one spouse.

The reasons why people choose to live a polygamist lifestyle vary. Some do it because of their religious beliefs. Some do it because it is a social or cultural custom in their area. Others do it just because they like it.

Answer 6

From about 1842 to 1890, some members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) practiced "plural marriage" - having more than one wife at a time. They believed that they were following a commandment of God and continuing the ancient practice which was common among the prophets of the Old Testament. Plural marriage relationships required even more sacrifice of self and becoming one with others than traditional marriages do, and these qualities (self-sacrifice and unity) are eternal goals of Mormonism. It was believed that these people could improve themselves and become closer to God by participating in these marriage relationships.

The Church discontinued the practice after severe pressure from the federal government, which would take away all their property and legal rights if they did not comply.