Polygamy and the Christian Church

Authors

Nathaniel G. Inyamah

Publication Date

3-1-1972

Document Type

Article

Keywords

polygamy, wives, polygamous, african, marriage, children, christian, jews, mormons, dowries, husband, ibos

Submission Type

Bible Study; Lecture; Sermon Prep

Abstract

On the basis of personal experience, the author argues that the church's general rejection of polygamy is not required by Scripture and is descriptive of African society.

Disciplines

Religious Thought, Theology and Philosophy of Religion

Submission Cost

Free

Submission Audience

Laity; Ministers; Scholars

Recommended Citation

Inyamah, Nathaniel G. (1972) "Polygamy and the Christian Church," Concordia Theological Monthly: Vol. 43, Article 13.
Available at: https://scholar.csl.edu/ctm/vol43/iss1/13