Doesn't the word 'celibate' mean that an individual who has had sex before in the past but have decided not to anymore until he/she feels ready the next time for whatever the reason may be? I keep hearing different definitions of the word. It's starting to confuse me...What's your interpreation of it? Thanks.
2006-09-29 22:02:47 · 16 answers · asked by NO♥NAME 5 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
Celibacy doesn't necessarily mean a period of no sex after having sex. Celibacy is the state of not having sex... period. You don't have to have had sex to be celibate. If someone says,"I am celibate." it simply means that you're not having sex.
2006-09-29 22:16:56 · answer #1 · answered by got_chii 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Celibacy refers either to being unmarried or to sexual abstinence. A vow of celibacy is a promise not to enter into marriage or engage in sexual intercourse. Some writers use it interchangeably as a synonym for abstinence or chastity, while other writers on sexuality draw a distinction between abstinence and celibacy, stating that celibacy means refraining from any sexual activity with a partner. They argue that this can be empowering, as it still allows that person to be "sexual" (through, for example, masturbation). This would not, however, be referred to as chaste celibacy, as masturbation is not considered a chaste act.
2006-09-29 22:06:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Celibacy is a conscience decision to refrain from sex. It can be a lifetime commitment or a time to reflect on one's self and the direction their life is going. It has nothing to do with virginity.
2006-09-29 22:14:37 · answer #3 · answered by easinclair 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Celibacy is obstaining from sexual activity.
It doesn't matter if a person has had sex before or not.
It is a decision to not have sex. It can be a decision for a lifetime or for a period of time.
2006-09-29 22:16:12 · answer #4 · answered by clcalifornia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A choice to to not have sex for a length of time you decide for yourself (usually it is more than 6 months).
2006-09-30 14:39:51 · answer #5 · answered by dream_angel_come_true 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means it doesn't matter if you did or did not have sex in the past, you CHOOSE to not have sex until you are ready...
2006-09-29 22:07:10 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Webster's dictionary:
Main Entry: cel·i·ba·cy
Pronunciation: 'se-l&-b&-sE
Function: noun
1 : the state of not being married
2 a : abstention from sexual intercourse b : abstention by vow from marriage
2006-09-29 22:10:03 · answer #7 · answered by Liz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Celibacy is boring: it's basically caring about oneself only & being very careful to not let anyone come into your life to make you happy.
2006-09-29 22:05:20 · answer #8 · answered by ♥Lasha♥ 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It means you promise to not have sex ever again like the nuns and the priests.
2006-09-29 22:05:10 · answer #9 · answered by brown_sugah064 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
not having sex
2006-09-29 22:11:35 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋