Plural Marriage in Utah

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Plural Marriage in Utah

Summary: This page gathers and responds to all questions surrounding the practice of plural marriage in Utah by leaders and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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Did early Church leaders admit that there were many difficulties with plural marriage that caused “problems” and “great sorrow”?

Did Brigham Young and Joseph Smith say that polygamists were permitted to go beyond the bounds of normal social interaction?

Did Brigham Young boast about his ability to get more wives even though he already had 50-60?

Why did Brigham Young say that women have no right to meddle in the Kingdom of God?

John Taylor’s 1886 Revelation

How were divorces formalized among Mormons on the frontier in the 19th century?

Was it normal not to obtain a formal civil divorce in 19th century America?

What was the prevalence of polygamy in Utah and how many wives did most polygamist males have?