Does it mean that they must abstain from all sexual intercourse with others? Or does it mean abstaining from all sexual stimulation altogether?
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March 1st, 2010 at 5:53 pm
They must abstain from all sexual intercourse and all sexual stimulation
March 1st, 2010 at 5:53 pm
It means that they can not have sexual contact at all.
March 1st, 2010 at 5:53 pm
The vow of chastity that nuns take mean they must obstain from all sexual stimulation.
March 1st, 2010 at 5:53 pm
In the context of a religious, it means that all sexual desire is "offered up" as a mortification to them and a sacrifice to God.
March 1st, 2010 at 5:53 pm
It means refraining from all sexual stimulation.
March 1st, 2010 at 5:53 pm
It means that they are spiritually married to Jesus and yes, they cannot have sex since their love is already dedicated to Jesus.