Polygamy, or more accurately polygyny (where a man can take up to 4 wives), is legal in Malaysia. Though, this is more so legal for the Muslim community in our country.
But, what if a Malaysian from the non-Muslim community wants to marry more than 1 woman?
Netizen, 小安娜, took to her Facebook page to showcase a Chinese wedding celebration between a man and 2 women in Kuching, Sarawak, which has left Malaysians baffled.
She wrote, “Congratulations to the groom and the 2 brides! I wish you 3 to have love forever as you grow old together.”
In the images showcased, the groom and his 2 brides could be seen as they celebrated their wedding ceremony together.
From pouring the champagne tower to cutting the wedding cake, the trio did it all together.
While many congratulated the newly married trio, others have since taken to the post to simply question, can meh?
“In Malaysia, a Chinese person can marry 2 (wives)?”
“Is it legal in Malaysia? I am curious to know, is the wedding room at night for a group of 3, isn’t that too much?”
“They’re filming a movie, right? It’s impossible to be allowed to have 2 wives, the law doesn’t allow it.”
“The law allows for 2 (wives)?”
Many have also speculated that the groom and his brides might not have registered their marriage or might not be Malaysians, which then could allow them to be together as they please.
Either way, we wish them a happy married life!
What do you think about this? Do feel free to share your thoughts in the comment section.
Also read: M’sians are Allegedly Marrying 4 Wives Just to Use Their Names as Proxies for Govt Tender Bids
