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  • 12.18.2012 10:57 AM PDT

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It's easier to just care for one person than it is for many?

  • 12.18.2012 10:58 AM PDT
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Because you're an -blam!- if you cheat, no matter what.

  • 12.18.2012 10:59 AM PDT

Nahman Jayden, Eff bee eye. I herd that you're the origammy killah...

Usually, Multiple partners cause a love circle rather than web
Meaning they don't love each other equally, which messes it up, i suppose.

  • 12.18.2012 10:59 AM PDT

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I'm not particularly religious (I'm an atheist) and I am in a monogamous relationship. I've been married 13 years, and I do it because I am in love and my promises mean something to me.

  • 12.18.2012 11:00 AM PDT
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it's like the ultimate compliment

  • 12.18.2012 11:04 AM PDT

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  • 12.18.2012 11:06 AM PDT

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On an evolution/survival basis, monogamy allows for a higher chance of rearing a healthy child. Granted, Humans actually aren't considered 100% monogamous, but close enough for the benefits to work.

I'm probably going to upset some people here with some gender stereotypes, so if you are sensitive, I suggest you stop reading further.

First off, the female body is designed to produce children (Now that's not ALL it does, mind you). This is good because guys can't, so... anyways, wider hips, milk-producing glands, etc. These adaptations make them natural child birthers and allow the child to develop in its early years. This is important, because human children are incredibly vulnerable. Due to our advanced brains, we need years to develop before we can even remotely fend for ourselves. This requires a parent around nearly 100% of the time. This is, naturally, the female. I', not saying they HAVE to stay around, as technology/society is a lot different now a days than a long, long time ago, but there is abundant reasons why female are considered the primary care giver after birth.

Now this female is taking care of herself and a child (or more!). It is inefficient for her to simply get pregnant and take care of the child without a long-term mate. If she was hunting, a lion or something (or other humans!) could simply take the unattended child. Thus, it is more efficient to have a partner that stays with the mother and provides for her, gathering food and protecting the mother and child.

There really is a lot of evidence for these arguments. Strong bonds being formed between partners during sex and birth. Bipedal with arms designed to carry, allowing us to carry more food for our partners or to carry a child when running from danger. There's more, of course.

Monogamy is not a new development, nor a religious aspect fully. It is actually in our nature, in our genes, to find a mate and settle down.

  • 12.18.2012 11:35 AM PDT


Posted by: MyNameIsCharlie
I'm not particularly religious (I'm an atheist) and I am in a monogamous relationship. I've been married 13 years, and I do it because I am in love and my promises mean something to me.
I'm an atheist

*bro fist*

Marriage for the sharing of economic situations/love and what-not is fine.

Its when the more senseless people add a bunch of nonsensical -blam!- to it that makes it dumb.

[Edited on 12.18.2012 11:40 AM PST]

  • 12.18.2012 11:40 AM PDT

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Monogamy lends itself to a stable family quite nicely. Religious or not, that becomes important once you start thinking about propagating.

  • 12.18.2012 11:55 AM PDT
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Monogamy is unrealistic and unnatural.

  • 12.18.2012 11:57 AM PDT

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Posted by: THAT CRAZY TURK
Monogamy is unrealistic and unnatural.

Not to our species. Might seem so in youth when hormones are in overdrive, but when it comes to reproducing, it just isn't something we are built to do alone. Being the most advanced species we know of, we also take the longest to develop. That doesn't mean we have to be monogamous to raise children, but it certainly makes sense, and is arguably much simpler than trying to create a group approach to raising children.

Humans need more parental care than any other species on the planet. Humans are good at forming strong emotional bonds with small family groups. Humans desire stability and structure in their life. Seems a monogamous relationship fits all those needs quite naturally.

  • 12.18.2012 12:09 PM PDT
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Posted by: THAT CRAZY TURK
Monogamy is unrealistic and unnatural.
oh, you crazy turk

what will you say next

  • 12.18.2012 12:10 PM PDT

I really believe the quote, 'To each their own.'

Some may work best in monogamous relationships, however some probably aren't equipped with the ability to do so and are more comfortable in a polyamorous relationship.

I don't think either are better / worse than the other. It's just how they choose to live their lives and what works best for them.

I know many people that are in poly relationships and all in the picture understand their dynamics and can be a part of it - happily. And I know many people that are in monogamous relationships that are best fit for that.

It's not a fight on which is better, or more suited for the human race as it is moreso what are people open and comfortable doing?

  • 12.18.2012 12:17 PM PDT

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Technically there is no point, but emotionally, it says that you're dedicated to that one person, and that you love them above all others. That sentiment is decidedly not religious.

  • 12.18.2012 12:20 PM PDT

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I'm not really an Apple person (Bananas forever) but damn, that's kinda sad.

You love that person

  • 12.18.2012 12:21 PM PDT

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Good luck finding a woman ( a worthy woman not an "easy one") that will aprove you cheating on her.

  • 12.18.2012 12:22 PM PDT

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To combine property and income with one person.

Religion (at least Christianity) has nothing to do with Monogamy. Anyone who tells you that doesn't even read the Bible, because in both testaments, it is more common for someone to be married to multiple people, then to only one.

No, Monogamy is "enforced" so you don't reap multiple instances of the same financial benefits that Marriage would grant you.

Though Polygamy offers more negatives then positives.

[Edited on 12.18.2012 12:29 PM PST]

  • 12.18.2012 12:26 PM PDT

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Posted by: Zanir
Because you're an -blam!- if you cheat, no matter what.
It's not cheating if all parties consent.

  • 12.18.2012 12:27 PM PDT

Society is structured around monogamy. We all know what kind of a pain in the ass it would be to have children with multiple persons.

  • 12.18.2012 12:28 PM PDT
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This sums up my opinion on it.

There simply is no such thing as a 'correct' style of relashionship, as long as everyone directly involved is okay with it. Monogamy is just the easiest to maintain and avoid conflict.

[Edited on 12.18.2012 12:30 PM PST]

  • 12.18.2012 12:29 PM PDT

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  • 12.18.2012 12:30 PM PDT

The bible is the best book Ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I AM A PROUD CHRISTIAN. HALO IS AWESOME BUT GOD IS MUCH BETTER!!!!!!!!
Did you knew that JESUSdied for you?

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6 qif anyone is above reproach, the husband of one wife,3 and his children are believers4 and not open to the charge of rdebauchery or insubordination.

Posted by: ultratog1028
To combine property and income with one person.

Religion (at least Christianity) has nothing to do with Monogamy. Anyone who tells you that doesn't even read the Bible, because in both testaments, it is more common for someone to be married to multiple people, then to only one.

No, Monogamy is "enforced" so you don't reap multiple instances of the same financial benefits that Marriage would grant you.

Though Polygamy offers more negatives then positives.

  • 12.18.2012 12:31 PM PDT

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  • 12.18.2012 12:31 PM PDT

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Posted by: BestSpartan117
LIAR

Titus 1:6
6 qif anyone is above reproach, the husband of one wife,3 and his children are believers4 and not open to the charge of rdebauchery or insubordination.

Posted by: ultratog1028
To combine property and income with one person.

Religion (at least Christianity) has nothing to do with Monogamy. Anyone who tells you that doesn't even read the Bible, because in both testaments, it is more common for someone to be married to multiple people, then to only one.

No, Monogamy is "enforced" so you don't reap multiple instances of the same financial benefits that Marriage would grant you.

Though Polygamy offers more negatives then positives.
I don't wish to get into a religious discussion here.

Just saying that one of Jerusalem's Kings had over 300 wives and 700 Concubines. Which according to the bible, god gave him. So yeah. Seems like he was okay with it to me.

  • 12.18.2012 12:36 PM PDT