RE: Hi
November 3, 2011 at 4:17 pm
(This post was last modified: November 3, 2011 at 4:18 pm by The Grand Nudger.)
Well, priests haven't always been celibate. One might argue that priests as a whole have never been celibate. It's a doctrinal issue regarding emulating the supposed life of christ, and having nothing (such as a wife or children) between god, yourself, and the people. Sort of a way to screen for conflicts of interest, so the doctrine goes. It is also thought of as a gift given to those called to the priesthood (see, they know it's damn near impossible and so invoke god).
http://www.uscatholic.org/glad-you-asked...s-celibate
Celibacy is common in many mystical traditions, a classification which the priesthood of the RCC would definitely qualify for.
http://www.uscatholic.org/glad-you-asked...s-celibate
Celibacy is common in many mystical traditions, a classification which the priesthood of the RCC would definitely qualify for.
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