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The Selective Memory of Men: The Truth About Polygamy in Islam

 


It's almost comical how some men conveniently cherry-pick religious texts to justify their desires. The claim that Islam "allows" men to marry four wives is a classic example of selective reading. The reality? The Qur'an sets conditions-strict conditions-that most men today wouldn't even come close to fulfilling.

Polygamy Was Never About Men's Desires

When people (by people I mean men) bring up Qur'an an-Nisa 4:3, they conveniently ignore the context. This verse was revealed at a time when war had left many women widowed, and polygamy was meant to protect them, not cater to men's fantasies. Yet, somehow, modern interpretations have twisted this into:

"It's in a man's nature to desire multiple women"

Really? Since when did religion exist to indulge human nature instead of controlling it? Almost every major faith teaches discipline over desire--whether it's fasting, prayer, modesty, or even simple self-restraint. But suddenly, when it comes to polygamy, some men act like the Qur'an was written to validate their urges.

Fairness: A Condition They Pretend to Ignore

The second condition? Absolute fairness. The Qur'an says if a man fears he cannot be just, he should marry only one. But here's where it get's interesting:
You will never be able to be fair and just between women, even if it is your ardent desire. Qur'an an-Nisa 4:129

God Himself says men cannot be fair. Yet, some still claim they can. The audacity!!

So, if justice is impossible, why do so many men still insist they can pull it off? Simple: they ignore the definite and focus on the ambiguous.

The Heart's Sickness: Twisting Scripture For Personal Gain

The Qur'an itself warns about people who deliberately focus on the unspecific verses while ignoring the definitive ones. Instead of following the core message, they dig around for loopholes--ways to make the Qur'an fit their desires instead of shaping their desire around the Qur'an.

This is not about faith. It's about self-interest disguised as religious obedience.

May God forgive us for our shortcomings. Because if we are being honest, the real issue here isn't polygamy-it's the intellectual dishonesty of those who manipulate religion to suit their personal wants.

If we truly followed the Qur'an in spirit and not just in selective wording, many so-called "religious" arguments would collapse. But hey, as they say, ignorance is bliss.

Or in this case--convenient.

Comments

  1. Maggie RuthariApril 27, 2025 at 9:21 PM

    It's own personal decision . Actually we all have knowledge , understanding and wisdom given to us freely. Its not in any particular religion that this happens, people have a tendency of interpreting the books to fit our selfish lifestyle . Ours is to always source for the truth and it will always set us free.

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    1. Shiks.StoriesMay 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM

      Exactly, we cannot blindly make terrible decisions backed with flimsy excuses. These intentional errors do have grave consequences.
      Source for the truth and it will set you free.
      Well put Maggie

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  2. John WanjiruApril 28, 2025 at 11:15 AM

    This has illuminated light on this particular topic.

    The important question is this: is it justified to then marry a window/s ?

    Thanks for writing on this topic ✍️

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  3. Shiks.StoriesMay 24, 2025 at 6:01 PM

    As long as you do not oppress them, and you will be fair.

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