It is possible to romantically love more than one person at the same time.

Con 1. I agree with your definition of love. 3. I do not agree with this statement, because if you start a new relationship it means you have moved on and no longer love this person. 4. I agree with your statement. 5. I do not agree with this statement, just because it is accepted in certain religious means that it is okay. 6. The Islamic is not the only religion or culture that believes in polygamy. The way they treat there wives is not always equally. 8. I do not agree with this statement, because once a married man cheats on his wife it is because he has lost love and interest in her. 9. I agree with this statement. 10. I do not agree with this statement, because one person cannot split themselves to entertain two people at once. 11. I agree with this statement. 12. Therefore, I do not agree that one can be romantically in love with two people at the same time. Non-Controversial Premises: Premises 1,4,9,11 are non-controversial. Premises 1 and 4 are simple definitions describing the characteristics of what love can bring out on a certain person. Premise 9 is non-controversial because I order for a person to even seem attracted to another they would need to experience dating and be familiar with the persons personality. It is then that the person can decided if that is the type of person you will be willing to commit yourself to in a relationship. Premise 11is non-controversial because when a person is younger they are taught to befriend everyone and love them equally. This is where the phrase "Treat others as you would like to be treated" came from. Controversial Premises: 3. A better way to explain yourself would be to say: you still have feelings of love for your ex-partner but you are no longer in love with your ex-partner because if you still love your ex-partner wouldn't your still be with them. Love is through thick or thin. 5. There is plenty of women in these marriages who are not in favor of being in a polygamist marriage. This could be because most of these marriages are arranged. Also, they usually teach their daughters to become independent usually by receiving an education in order to not have to be stuck living that lifestyle. 6. Different African cultures also believe in polygamy. Neither of these religions treat there wives equally. For example, if wife A bears a son but wives B and C do not then wife A will always be the favorite in hopes that she would be able to bear another son. These men favor their sons over their daughters because their sons are the ones who can carry the family and after marriage. 8. In the Roman Catholic Church, they base their moral perspective on the "10 Commandments". The seventh commandment clearly states "Thou shall not commit adultery". Depending on the religion is how the outsider who is looking into these types of relationship would end up giving a negative commentary towards them. 10. If you actually love more one person then you do not clearly understand what love is. Pretending to love more than one person at the same time is just a desire of wanting multiple lovers at the same time and trying to fill a fantasy of always being wanted. These people are usually the ones who have been traumatized as a younger person as to feeling abandoned. Also, having a threesome does not mean you are sharing your time with two people at once. 12. People often tend to confused sexually in love with romantically in love. Yes, sex is romantic but it is not enough to base a strong long-lasting relationship out of. Questions: 2. What exactly is love? What exactly is devotion? Is devotion to your mother and devotion to your significant other the same things? Couldn't anyone get attached to their significant other if they are good-looking and/or financially stable? 7. What exactly defines infidelity? Is it a kiss, a secret dinner date, having sex with the person, watching porno, thinking of someone else while your having sex with a completely different person. Wouldn't you agree that committing infidelity you are no longer in love with the personality your first partner has therefore you no longer love them? Report this Argument