One spouse is enough, Vatican tells world's Catholics
Published on: Nov. 26, 2025, 6:11 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
The Vatican has issued a new decree emphasizing that marriage is a lifelong commitment between one man and one woman. The Church discourages polygamy and polyamory, stating that authentic marriage demands exclusivity. This reiteration follows discussions at Vatican summits concerning the future of Catholicism and cultural practices in Africa. The decree focuses on the richness and fruitfulness of traditional marriage.
