i like the idea of celibacy-lifetime-but my religion doesnt support celibacy, so please give me verses about the importance of purity
2007-01-28 23:15:40 · 9 answers · asked by The Hitman 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Sure one sec, two come to mind let me go get them:
I Corinthians Chapter 7, read verses 1 through 10.
Matthew 19:12
Hope these help, God bless!
2007-01-28 23:20:17 · answer #1 · answered by Last Ent Wife (RCIA) 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus says that there are those who have "made themselves eunuchs" (taken a life of celibacy) for the sake of Kingdom. He gently challenges anyone who can take on such a life, to do so.
In 1 Corinthians and 2 Corinthians, Paul speaks of the advantages of remaining unmarried and celibate. He knew all about it -- he was celibate and unmarried himself.
Celibacy is not for everyone. Jesus knew that, and so did Paul. So does the Catholic Church, which has celibate priests and nuns but doesn't expect every Catholic (or even most Catholics) to live it.
But those who are able to, and are called to, are gently challenged by Christ and the Church to do so.
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2007-01-29 07:30:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is nothing in the bible stating you must remain celibate for life. However, any sexual activity outside of marriage is strictly forbidden. Obviously there is nothing wrong with marriage, as it was instituted by God himself. And he told Adam and Eve to be fruitful and fill the earth. Ecc. 4:9-11 talks about the benefits of marriage. But yes...Jesus and Paul did both state that a single person is more likely to be able to do more for the Kingdom. Though, as mentioned, it is not for everybody.
2007-01-29 08:11:03 · answer #3 · answered by Badriya 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jesus defended the Eunichs against the FIRST commandment of God which is marriage.
NOT ALL people can receive such a commandment because there are those that are made eunichs by the king for service so also is the servent of God, made single for the glory of God.
However, let it be known it is very clearly taught that "FORBIDDING TO marry" is a doctrine of the devils.
it is also commanded that marriage is ordained of God and that what GOd does is for eternity. that is why Adam partook of the forbidden fruit to KEEP his Wife EVE, thus keeping the first commandment of God, from which they were married.
it is also very clealry written that God says IT is NOT Good for a man to be alone.
and elsewhere it truly says that a bishop must be married to (at least) ONE wife.
Celibacy is not the higher law it is the FALL back position of righteousness by default.
2007-01-29 07:22:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Peace!
Matthew 19, 12
1 Corinthians 7, 32
Jesus is the best example of a celibate life. St. Paul is another one.
2007-01-29 07:26:04 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here's what I found:
Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron; Forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats, which God hath created to be received with thanksgiving of them which believe and know the truth.
2007-01-29 07:27:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Matthew 19:10
1 Corinthians 7:25-39
Some protestants think they know better than God ; )
2007-01-29 07:25:21 · answer #7 · answered by carl 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
From Genesis to Revelations
2007-01-29 07:21:05 · answer #8 · answered by channiek 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why would you want to stray away from something as healthy as sex??? you should know that this is stupid and a waste of time, don't fight against something as natural as this and instead embrace it... I think you should pick better women to sleep with...
2007-01-29 07:22:58 · answer #9 · answered by Angel 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋