bible said that man is design to procreate then why celibacy is practiced in catholic church?

Answer 1

First, Judeo-Christian tradition has always held that single people be celibate. This is taught by Judaism and Christianity from before the Scriptures were written down.

The question should be: Why can't priests marry?

This idea came from the Jews, John the Baptist, Jesus, and the Apostle Paul.

The Jews. The Talmud argues that a person whose “soul is bound up with the Torah and is constantly occupied with it” may remain celibate (Maimonides, Laws of Marriage 15.3). This argument could certainly have been based on the biblical example of Jeremiah, a celibate prophet who was ordered by Yahweh not to marry (Jeremiah 16:1-4). Moreover, the Essenes was a group that was active in Jesus’ time that practiced celibacy and thought by most scholars to be the authors of the Dead Sea Scrolls.

John the Baptist and Jesus are both believed to have been celibate for their entire lives. Some scholars believe that either or both Jesus and John the Baptist were influenced in their celibacy by the example of the Essenes.

The Apostle Paul is explicit about his celibacy (see 1 Cor. 7). There is also evidence in the gospel of Matthew for the practice of celibacy among at least some early Christians, in the famous passage about becoming “eunuchs for the sake of the kingdom of heaven” (Matt. 19:12).

The concept took many twists and turns over the years and will probably take a few more before Christ returns in glory.

With love in Christ.

Answer 2

U'r right. The Bible has nothing to do with celibacy. If we believe in the unique God, Creator of the world, who sent all the Prophets and Messengers to the Humanity, we can see that the Judaism did not prevent Rabbis to get married. In the Islam, the Curan pushes people to get married. So how can God in the Bible assert the priests celibates?? Aren't they human being"? Haven't they any need for sex?Does God acted in contradiction of the other books? Thus, celibacy is the Church imagination and not religion rule. These last few years, many priests, in Canada and Italy, called to allow priests to get married, but a lot of fanatics condemned them.

Answer 3

Catholic monks and priests take a vow of celibacy because they are striving to be more like Jesus, who they believe was celibate. This is why the movie the Da Vinci Code is so blashpemous to Christians. If Jesus really did have a spouse and children, then some of the basic things that Christians believe about Jesus are incorrect.

Answer 4

Celibacy is not in the Bible as a requirement for priesthood. Catholicism puts a high priority on tradition, often higher than the Bible.

Answer 5

Good one! The Catholics seem to frown upon sex, but then, look at all of their large families...
Thus, celibacy isn't necessarily practiced in the Catholic faith as much among their members as much as it should be for the priests. I think it's so they can focus more on God and their beliefs without too much distraction and temptation.

Answer 6

The Great Apostasy
4Now the Spirit expressly says that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons, 2 speaking lies in hypocrisy, having their own conscience seared with a hot iron, 3 forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from foods which God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth.

Answer 7

ok i comprehend it really is not uncomplicated, yet i will do my perfect. attempt searching at it like a sacrifice and value gadget. What makes giving up something confusing? even as that is of intense value or value, excellent? even as the religious (capital “R” as in nuns, monks, etc. as adverse to laity who prepare devoutly) pick to observe the prepare of celibacy, they're giving up sexual sex. Please observe that that is sex they offer up, no longer their sexuality. Sexuality is a human trait, no longer an on/off change relying on no matter when you're having sex. in any case, the very incontrovertible actuality that they offer it up underscores how major and efficient procreation is. If procreation became no longer so major, then there might want to be no sacrifice in giving it up. Celibacy highlights the magnitude and sweetness of procreation, and facilitates us to work out being a figure as purely as major as the different vocation- be it the priesthood or sisterhood, etc. Parenting must be considered purely as a lot a calling through God as might want to a vocation to the religious life. i am hoping that helped. If it did not, please digital mail me and that i will attempt to describe added. i comprehend it really is obscure because i did not factor out abstinence and marriage contained in the definition, so please forgive me.

Answer 8

Man's design is to procreate but under God's laws.
Try read the entire bible and not only one verse.

Answer 9

Celibacy is Church Practice, Not Dogma

Matt. 19:11-12 - Jesus says celibacy is a gift from God and whoever can bear it should bear it. Jesus praises and recommends celibacy for full-time ministers in the Church. Because celibacy is a gift from God, those who criticize the Church's practice of celibacy are criticizing God and this wonderful gift He bestows on His chosen ones.

Matt. 19:29 - Jesus says that whoever gives up children for the sake of His name will receive a hundred times more and will inherit eternal life. Jesus praises celibacy when it is done for the sake of His kingdom.

Matt. 22:30 - Jesus explains that in heaven there are no marriages. To bring about Jesus' kingdom on earth, priests live the heavenly consecration to God by not taking a wife in marriage. This way, priests are able to focus exclusively on the spiritual family, and not have any additional pressures of the biological family (which is for the vocation of marriage). This also makes it easier for priests to be transferred to different parishes where they are most needed without having to worry about the impact of their transfer on wife and children.

1 Cor 7:1 – Paul teaches that it is well for a man not to touch a woman. This is the choice that the Catholic priests of the Roman rite freely make.

1 Cor. 7:7 - Paul also acknowledges that celibacy is a gift from God and wishes that all were celibate like he is.

1 Cor. 7:27 – Paul teaches men that they should not seek marriage. In Paul’s opinion, marriage introduces worldly temptations that can interfere with one’s relationship with God, specifically regarding those who will become full-time ministers in the Church.

1 Cor. 7:32-33, 38 - Paul recommends celibacy for full-time ministers in the Church so that they are able to focus entirely upon God and building up His kingdom. He “who refrains from marriage will do better.”

1 Tim. 3:2 - Paul instructs that bishops must be married only once. Many Protestants use this verse to prove that the Church's celibacy law is in error. But they are mistaken because this verse refers to bishops that were widowers. Paul is instructing that these widowers could not remarry. The verse also refers to those bishops who were currently married. They also could not remarry (in the Catholic Church's Eastern rite, priests are allowed to marry; celibacy is only a disciplinary rule for the clergy of the Roman rite). Therefore, this text has nothing to do with imposing a marriage requirement on becoming a bishop.

1 Tim. 4:3 - in this verse, Paul refers to deceitful doctrines that forbid marriage. Many non-Catholics also use this verse to impugn the Church's practice of celibacy. This is entirely misguided because the Catholic Church (unlike many Protestant churches) exalts marriage to a sacrament. In fact, marriage is elevated to a sacrament, but consecrated virginity is not. The Church declares marriage sacred, covenantal and lifegiving. Paul is referring to doctrines that forbid marriage and other goods when done outside the teaching of Christ and for a lessor good. Celibacy is an act of giving up one good (marriage and children) for a greater good (complete spiritual union with God).

1 Tim. 5:9-12 - Paul recommends that older widows take a pledge of celibacy. This was the beginning of women religious orders.

2 Tim. 2:3-4 - Paul instructs his bishop Timothy that no soldier on service gets entangled in civilian pursuits, since his aim his to satisfy the One who enlisted him. Paul is using an analogy to describe the role of the celibate priesthood in the Church.

Rev. 14:4 - unlike our sinful world of the flesh, in heaven, those consecrated to virginity are honored.

Isaiah 56:3-7 - the eunuchs who keep God's covenant will have a special place in the kingdom of heaven.

Jer. 16:1-4 - Jeremiah is told by God not to take a wife or have children.

Answer 10

I think you are asking the right questions. Keep searching and you will find your answer. Start by researching the origins of the Catholic church.