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Continence is the ability to control and direct sexual desires, or concupiscence (strong desire, especially sexual desire) of the flesh, and their consequences. It is a part of the virtue of temperance, which is about moderating physical desires. Continence is also defined as abstaining from even the licit gratifications of [[marriage]].
== External links ==
*[https://www.english.op.org/godzdogz/the-life-of-virtue-continence/ The Life of Virtue – Continence], Dominincan Friars, England, Wales and Scotland