Difference between revisions of "Celibacy"
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| − | '''Celibacy''' | + | '''Celibacy''' primarily refers to abstention from all sexual activity, as in the famous vow which the [[Catholic Church]] requires of priests, monks, and nuns. |
Note: although the word ''celibacy'' can also refer to the unmarried state, this usage is rare. | Note: although the word ''celibacy'' can also refer to the unmarried state, this usage is rare. | ||
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Revision as of 04:13, August 30, 2009
Celibacy primarily refers to abstention from all sexual activity, as in the famous vow which the Catholic Church requires of priests, monks, and nuns.
Note: although the word celibacy can also refer to the unmarried state, this usage is rare.