Tag Archives: Islamic polygamy

Freedom in Libya means… legal polygamy!

Posted on October 28, 2011 by samchapman

The international feminist sisterhood has been getting its knickers in a twist this week after Libya’s new acting President Mustufa Abdul-Jalil, used his Liberation Day speech to back the reintroduction of Sharia law and the removal of Ghadafi-era restrictions on … Continue reading →

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Polygamy in Iran will still require first wife’s permission in most cases

Posted on September 19, 2008 by samchapman

Yes, polygamy is alive and well in the Islamic world, but everything has rules. One key question for polygamists is whether taking a second wife requires permission from a first wife. A debate in Iran has raged around this very … Continue reading →

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