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3 Polygamy Flashcards

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What is permitted to take place in Islam?

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Polygyny

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What does the Qur’an say about polygyny?

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“marry such women as seem good to you, two, three, four”

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How many wives did the Prophet Mohammed have in his later life and what do historians say about this?

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At least a dozen, some historians say he has special privileges that other men don’t so must stick to 2/3/4.

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What does Brübhushan say about taking second and third wives?

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It should only happen if he treats each wife equally

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What does Ruthven say about divorce in Islam?

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Only men have the authority to issue a divorce as they’re the head of the household.

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Who are Muslim men allowed to marry?

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“People of the Book” meaning Christians/Jews

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What was polygyny permitted for in context?

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To protect the property/rights of orphans, or widows with dependent children and no financial means

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