We live in a world where there are all kinds of relationships - committed, open, complicated, and at times, it can get a bit messy. However, this man just took his relationship to the next level.
A man in Indonesia married both his girlfriends at the same time, as he couldn¡¯t bear to watch either one of them to get hurt, according to Vice Indonesia.?The video of the incident has gone viral on Facebook, where an Indonesian groom, whose name remains unknown, can be seen marrying two girls, each sitting next to him. The ceremony took place in Airtarap, Kalimantan on August 17.?
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According to the Vice Media reports, the man also paid the brides¡¯ families a hefty amount as dowry. It is a common practice in Indonesia, for the groom to pay dowry to the bride¡¯s family. It is considered to be proof that the groom will be able to take care of the bride.?
Actually, polygamy is not a new concept in Indonesia! As per the new laws, a man can have up to four wives as long as he is able to take care of them and provide them basic necessities.?
In the video, the man appears to be stumbling with the vows, but finally he gets it right the second time. According to the local media reports, the two women get along with each other? and have no issues with this marriage. The man also told local reporters that he took such a decision because he couldn¡¯t bear the thought of having to hurt either one of the girls.?