Which verse in the Quran talks about marrying more than one wife?

The verse most commonly referred to with the topic of polygamy is Verse 3 of Surah 4 An-Nisa (Women).

Does the Quran say you can have more than one wife?

The Koran restricted the practice of Polygamy and suggests MONOGAMY as the ONLY acceptable form of marriage for Society in general. Polygamy is only encouraged by the Koran where it concerns “oppressed or the orphans among women” (4:3), if justice can be done by marrying more than one.

Can man marry more than one wife?

When a man is married to more than one wife at the same time, sociologists call this polygyny. When a woman is married to more than one husband at a time, it is called polyandry. In societies which allow or tolerate polygamy, in the vast majority of cases the form accepted is polygyny.

What does the Quran say about having more than one wife?

Quran (4:129) – “Ye are never able to be fair and just as between women, even if it is your ardent desire” Underscores that a man is not able to treat multiple wives fairly. He would therefore be unable to acquire more than one wife if this were a requirement – which it is not.

Can a Muslim man have more than one wife?

Only 2\% of Muslim marriages are of this nature. Notice that the Qur’an permits but does not command a man to have four wives. Furthermore, the Qur’an stipulates that a man is responsible for the maintenance of his wife or wives. If a man has more than one wife, he has to provide separate living accommodation for each of his wives.

What does the Quran say about striking in marriage?

This verse presents a basic concept of the roles in an Islamic marriage, and the steps a husband is permitted to take to resolve conflicts. Exegesis reveals the line “strike them” in this verse is a restrictive phrase. The Quran addressed this practice in a time and context when it is prevalent and restricts it.

What does the Quran say about dowry in marriage?

Not only is a man obliged by law to give his bride-to-be this dowry, but the Quran also states he must do so graciously, without expressing any dissent. These commands from Allah protect Women in Islam. “And give the women [upon marriage] their [bridal] gifts graciously.”