Episode 165: Is Polygamy Permissible?

Christ, Culture, & Coffee

It is true that there are many Old-Testament Bible characters who were in polygamist marriages. Some of the greatest kings of Israel had multiple wives, and one of them was even called “A man after God’s own heart." Does the fact that Abraham, Jacob, Moses, Saul, David, and Solomon all had multiple wives mean that it is permissible to practice polygamy? Can we conclude that God views polygamy as a legitimate manner of marriage? Many have followed this line of argument, but the truth is that Scripture clearly teaches that polygamy is morally wrong. In this episode, we look at what Scripture teaches about marriage and why having multiple wives or husbands is actually harmful to human beings. We hope that this episode will equip you with biblical knowledge about marriage and family so that you will be prepared to talk with others who disagree. Our goal is to think and live from a biblical worldview, and we hope that this episode will encourage and equip you in that as well. Book Mentioned in this episode: “Mere Sexuality: Rediscovering the Christian Vision of Sexuality” by Todd Wilson https://amzn.to/3igvz8v Consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/christculturecoffee Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP1ScpZNFou4QP1UY7qnBzg Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/