'''Teetotalism''' is the practice of [[abstinence]] from [[alcoholic beverage]]s. Anyone who practices teetotalism is called a teetotaler.
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'''Teetotalism''' is the practice of complete [[abstinence]] from [[alcoholic beverage]]s. Anyone who practices teetotalism is called a teetotaler.
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Although the [[Bible]] does not completely forbid the consumption of alcohol by believers, it has many warnings against its use. As such, many Christian churches and denominations forbid its use by members (or, at the minimum, its leadership such as pastors, elders, and deacons). The [[Baptist]] denominations are the most notable adherents to teetotalism, to the point where in the [[Lord's Supper]] grape juice is used instead of wine.