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August 18, 2025African Journal of Religious and Theological StudiesOpen Access

A Theological and Ethical Reflection on the Bible and Polygyny in Indigenous African Society

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RMRon Macaulay

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This analysis explores polygyny's implications in African society, highlighting tensions with biblical monogamy.

Key Points

  • Polygyny often conflicts with the biblical view of marriage as 'two becoming one,' raising ethical questions.
  • The study utilizes qualitative research and secondary sources to examine the cultural roots of polygyny in Africa.
  • Exploring the African traditions helps understand how polygyny addresses issues like infertility and family lineage.
  • The study advocates for sound theological teachings on marriage to guide African Christians towards ideal monogamous relationships.

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Ron Macaulay (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af4322ad7bf08b1ead1e19https://doi.org/10.62154/ajrts.2025.05.01011
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