For Christians/Catholics?

Question

Is Masturbating considered a sin?

Answer 1

The Bible never specifically mentions masturbation or states whether masturbation is a sin. There is no question, however, as to whether the actions that lead to masturbation are sinful. Masturbation is the end result of lustful thoughts, sexual stimulation, and/or pornographic images. It is these problems that need to be dealt with. If the sins of lust and pornography are forsaken and overcome - the problem of masturbation will become a non-issue.

The Bible tells us to avoid even the appearance of sexual immorality (Ephesians 5:3). I do not see how masturbating can pass that particular test. Sometimes a good test for whether something is a sin or not is whether you would be proud to tell others what you had just done. If it is something you would be embarrassed or ashamed about if others found out, it is very likely that it is a sin. Another good test is to determine whether we can honestly, in good conscience, ask God to bless and use the particular activity for His own good purposes. I do not think masturbation qualifies as something we can be "proud" of or can genuinely thank God for.

The Bible teaches us, "Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God" (1 Corinthians 10:31). If there is room for doubt as to whether it pleases God, then it is best to give it up. There is definitely room for doubt in regards to masturbation. "For whatsoever is not of faith is sin" (Romans 14:23). I do not see how, according to the Bible, masturbation could be considered glorifying to God. Further, we need to remember that our bodies, as well as our souls, have been redeemed and belong to God. "What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? For ye are bought with a price; therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's" (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). This great truth should have a real bearing on what we do and where we go with our bodies. So, in light of these principles, I would definitely have to say that masturbation is a sin according to the Bible. I do not believe that masturbation is pleasing to God, avoids the appearance of immorality, or passes the test of God having ownership over our bodies.

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Answer 2

Originally, yes. It was considered to be on the same level as homosexuality and sex with prostitutes, ie, any ejaculation that wasn't used to try to literally procreate. However, this was NOT due to a morality issue. Rather, semen was thought to literally contain mini-men that just needed to be implanted in the womb. Any chance to produce more followers of God that was wasted was therefore considered irresponsible. It's funny that masterbation is now considered OK by most people, but that homosexuality, deamed BAD was deamed so for the SAME EXACT REASON. Anyway, today the Church still classifies it officially as a sin. I think this will soon change. If they can accept the Theory of Evolution, I think they are likely to accept this. But remember, it is a sin. Humans sin everyday. No human is without sin. And some sins are worse than others.

Answer 3

First off Catholics are Christians.

masturbation is an intrinsically and gravely disordered action" . Whatever the motive, solitary sex in itself contradicts the meaning of human sexuality, which is meant by God to be shared between a man and a woman in marriage.
The Church recognizes, for example, that in the practice of masturbation, psychological factors including adolescent immaturity, lack of psychological balance, and even ingrained habit can influence a person’s behavior

Answer 4

Yes.

Judeo-Christian tradition has taught for thousands of years:
1. Single people should be celibate.
2. Married people should be faithful to each other (adultery is wrong).

The Catholic Church recognizes the power of sex when it teaches, "Sexuality affects all aspects of the human person in the unity of his body and soul."

Chastity means the successful integration of sexuality within the person. A chaste person's body and spirit lives in unity and opposes any behavior that would impair that unity.

Masturbation is contrary to the human dignity of the person, anyone about whom the person has lustful thoughts, and the dignity of human sexuality.

With love in Christ.

Answer 5

I don't think so..

But did you know back in the 30's, the study was masturbation made you insaine.. and they would lock you away for it...
I think it was the same study that said smoking did not cause cancer..

Answer 6

yes

Answer 7

Yes, and pretty immature yawn..........