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Although the word ''celibacy'' can also refer to the unmarried state, this usage is rare.
Although the word ''celibacy'' can also refer to the unmarried state, this usage is rare.
==Outside of Catholicism==
==Outside of Catholicism==
Most non-Catholic [[Christian]] denominations do not require priestly celibacy. Indeed, many Christians believe that while celibacy is a valuable spiritual discipline for those who are called to it, any requirement for priestly celibacy is contrary to the [[Bible]].<ref>[http://www.gotquestions.org/celibacy-priests.html Does the Bible teach the celibacy of priests?]</ref>
Most non-Catholic [[Christian]] denominations do not require priestly celibacy. Indeed, many Christians believe that while celibacy is a valuable spiritual discipline for those who are called to it, any requirement for priestly celibacy is contrary to the [[Bible]].<ref>[https://www.gotquestions.org/celibacy-priests.html Does the Bible teach the celibacy of priests?]</ref>
In [[Buddhism]], all [[ordination|ordained]] [[monk]]s and [[nun]]s take a [[vow]] of celibacy.
In [[Buddhism]], all [[ordination|ordained]] [[monk]]s and [[nun]]s take a [[vow]] of celibacy.