Bible Polygyny
the correct Biblical term is
polygyny
giving thanks to the Father, who has
made us meet to be partakers
of the inheritance of the saints in light..
Col.1:12
www.dictionary.com provides the following definitions;
Polygamy
The condition or practice of having more than one spouse at one time. Also called plural marriage.
Polygyny
The condition or practice of having more than one wife at one time.
We provide a fuller explanation:
Polygamy is a plural family without respect to structure or relationship. A polygamous family could include two husbands and three wives, or any combination of men and women living together in "marriage". These are not Biblical marriages in our opinion.
A polygynous family is one in which there is one husband with more than one wife. This is a Biblical marriage in our opinion.
Polyandry
Is one wife with more than one husband but this is not endorsed in Scripture by either practice or precept. The husband is Head of each wife, a reflection of the singular spiritual headship Christ provides for each member of the church.
