The Pros And Cons Of Polygamy

Polygamy continues to be frowned upon greatly in the United States despite the recent steps toward legalizing different marriage arrangements and polygamy’s attempt to go mainstream with television shows that give the outside world an inside view of their lifestyle. In Tibet, however, polyandry (a form of polygamy) has been a part of the culture for as long as anyone can remember and does not seem to be going anywhere anytime soon. In the article, “When Brothers Share a Wife” by Melvyn C. Goldstein, polyandry is explored in all aspects, including age, dynamics, and purpose.

The article Polyandry: When Brothers Take a Wife by Melvyn C. Goldstein is about different types of marriages fraternal polyandry which is when a women is married to brothers and they live and share their land together. It explains how the brothers are fathers to all the children and they do not try to figure out who the biological father is. Then the older brother is the authority figure mostly for the children and the wife. This type of marriage is common in Tibet just like in America monogamy is the only allowed form of marriage. This type of marriage is used primarily so that land is not split and duties can be shared between the husbands and it’s a way that the family can live without having to in poverty as bad because they can get

The debate between, is polygamy ethical and should it be legal is becoming more intense with television shows like “Sisterwives,” “My Five Wives” and “Big Love”. The new generation is more accepting of rights than previous generations. Whether a male wants five wives or to marry anther male, the newest generation just wants everyone to happy.

The author, Melvyn C. Goldstein, supports the main argument through providing pointed explanations of the reasoning behind fraternal polyandry in Tibetan culture. As the article progresses, Goldstein makes a point and then explains the point in depth used hypothetical examples, as shown in the examples of landholding as a motivating factor for younger brothers and hereditary servitude. By providing examples, Goldstein allows the reader to develop a better understanding of why Tibetans embrace fraternal polyandry. Because readers develop a deeper understanding of the motives behind fraternal polyandry, it can lead to a deeper comprehension of the practice and a more tolerant approach to the concept.

A recent article about Polygamy in the Washington Post argues that polygamy could be the next popular issue besides gay marriage. However the reason being that is not currently making as the main issues about marriages is that polygamy existence since biblical times. Because gender is displayed as heteronormative in the influence of polygamy it is seen as the lesser of the two evils between that and gay marriage. Article argues about how the doctrine of marriage is perceived through recent times and religion is a justification factor that makes it OK for one man to marry multiple women regardless of the religion discontinuing the practice of polygamy.

Polygamy brings many problems in a family life, but some people support it because it doesn’t conflict with religion. In my opinion, polygamy should not be legalized. By not legalizing polygamy in the United States is a great way to save families from suffering. Polygamy doesn’t only give a bad effect for the wives but for the children’s psychology. Polygamy can also encourage the idea that women are considered objects that men can own. Eventually, this can lead to abuse and other issues that no one should ever have to deal with. These relationships will cause hatred, jealousy, depressed, and an emotional burden among the family members. Therefore, polygamous marriage is not a right thing to do. It just causes more problems, women, and children suffer from

Polyamory refers to the participation of somebody being in more than one open romantic relationship at a time, usually without any religious connotations (Buck Jr., 2012). Bigamy is the crime of entering a legal marriage while one already has a living spouse (Buck Jr., 2012). For this paper, when speaking about polygamy we are talking about polygyny unless noted otherwise.

The fact that polygamous marriage is becoming more acceptable in America is directly correlated to our values of creating a diverse, and inclusive culture. I would compare it to same sex marriage, which has become increasingly more acceptable. But just because this idea is becoming more acceptable doesn’t mean the there is an actual increase in these types of relationship throughout the country. As stated in the article support of plural matrimony rose to 16 percent, but that stat is based on support not on an increase in the number of polygamous marriages. The fact is that 75 percent of other countries see marriage as something different than the U.S. For them when considering marriage they want to continue their family name, increase wealth,

Cultural relativity according to our textbook is defined as, “The principle that each culture has its own moral integrity and should not be judged by the standards of other cultures” (Heider, 14). Basically meaning that just because one culture prefers to do something differently from another this should not result in discrimination against another culture. This in turn results one major aspect that derives from the relativity concept. According to cultural relativity, this means putting aside the fact that polygamy is banned in all states within the United States due to the monogamist socio-cultural viewpoint in contrast some other cultures allow it. The aspects of monogamy and polygamy contrast greatly not only by definition but also by how

While strangers to the practice believe that people join plural relationships involuntarily, this is not always the case. Julen, a polygamist living in Arizona, speaks about how she made the decision to join her untraditional affinity and could also choose to leave the relationship if she ever becomes unhappy (Ling, 7). Polygamy can benefit our society in many ways including increasing the population and boosting large families’ economic status. Not only does this form of untraditional marriage serve the public, but in personal ways as well. Those who are a part of a blended family are blessed with an abundance of love and support coming from a bonded group of people. Likewise, the act of adultery is terminated: “..all spouses will have consent, then there is no extra-marital to hide from your partner” (Connectusfundadmin, 11). And lastly, polygamy gives freedom of choice in our Land of the Free. While there many are reasons to be on the opposition of this topic, the supporters of polygamy do have untold

Marriage can be defined as a legally or formally recognized union of man and woman. Monogamy is the practice of being marries to one person at a time. Being involved in a relationship with only one sexual partner and not having romantic relations with anyone else is an example of monogamy. Polygyny is the practice of having more than one husband or wife at the same time. The show Sister Wives is about the life of a polygamist family that includes Kody Brown, his four wives, and their eighteen children. Polyandry is the practice of a female having more than one

People have participated in polygamy in approximately 85 percent of societies (Kaczor). Our society is one of the eighty-five percent that has practiced polygamy. Polygamy is given the negative bias in our society, but the Brown family is pushing the boundaries of reality television by trying to shine a positive light on polygamy. There are two sides to polygamy, like every story, polygamy is not all the hype it is given. The nettle of the proponents and opponents of polygamy is a battle of morals and ethics. Should it be ethical for someone to have more than one spouse? Is it morally acceptable to let children live with multiple stepmothers?

I’m not sure if Polyamorous unions should be legal or not but if I had to choose I would say yes. It’s a fairly new thing to me and I was first introduced in a movie called Castillos de Carton and it’s about a threesome relationship between two men and a woman, the relationship worked fine for the three of them and although it doesn’t work out in the end because again it’s a movie and it has to have its drama the depiction of a relationship between three people working was presented quite well. Sure, it’s something that seems scandalous especially to a traditionally bred person like me but just like I was able to embrace the idea of there being genuine love between members of the same sex this I could also get used to. However, I do have an

Polygamy, is it right or wrong? The answer is different for everyone. Mormon is a religion that chooses to practice polygamy. The issue that is argued is whether it is seen as cheating or not. My stance on the topic, being a Christian who believes marriage is between one man and one woman, would be yes, it is very much cheating. Love is a sacred thing and should be shared between one man and one woman. Personally I do not understand how people see this right or ok.

Among poor people, polyandry was very common. Brothers would share a wife so they would not have to divide their land and wealth. In this manner, they could keep the money and possessions they owned within the family. On the contrary, within some poor families, sisters would share one husband. Although polygamy and polyandry are legal within Tibet and may be prevalent in poor areas, the practice has been reduced. Among rich families, monogamy is much more common. Marriages in Tibet are usually arranged. Usually, parents arranged their child’s marriage, but in a few cases, the young girl may pick her husband, with the consent of her parents.