Capitalism's Struggle Against Polygamy: An Examination of Economic and Social Factors

Polygamy, the practice of having multiple spouses, has long been a cultural and social institution in various societies. However, in the context of capitalism, the system built on principles of individualism, private property, and market competition, polygamy faces significant challenges. This talk aims to explore why capitalism tends to oppose polygamy and the economic and social factors that contribute to this struggle. Capitalism places a strong emphasis on private property ownership and the transmission of wealth through inheritance.Polygamy can disrupt the traditional model of inheritance, leading to complications in property division and inheritance rights. The potential fragmentation of wealth and assets among numerous spouses and their children contradicts the concentrated accumulation of capital that capitalism tends to promote. This system relies on the monogamous nuclear family as a primary consumer unit. This unit provides stability and predictability in consu...