Society, Relationships, Alternative Lifestyles, Polygamy, Hinduism

Hinduism

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Dharma of Marriage - Polygamy

Based on the teachings of A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupad. Written for non-followers to give understanding of Vedic principles of marriage.

http://www.futuresunltd.com/sudarshan/dharma/Polygamy_1.htm
Hinduism Unveiled: Forbidden Verses in Hindu Scriptures

Shows verses allowing polygamy in Hindu Scriptures and examples of polygamy.

http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Pantheon/4789/Articles/Scripture/hind.htm
Hinduism and Polygamy

This page presents the attitude of Hinduism towards polygamy.

http://www.hinduwebsite.com/hinduism/h_polygamy.asp
Socio-Historical Context for SRM's Emergence

Includes information on Ram Mohan Roy, who urged social reforms of Hinduism which reflected Western influence, including abolition of polygamy and sati.

http://hometown.aol.com/drcoplin/Chapter2.html

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