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No More Virgins. What Protestantism Takes From Gender.
Mar 7, 2024
The podcast delves into how Protestantism, led by Martin Luther, shifted the perception of consecrated virginity from an ideal of perfection to merely an individual calling. It explores the evolving gender dynamics, societal shifts, and the impact on religious traditions. The discussion contrasts Protestant views on virginity with Catholic beliefs, emphasizing the individualistic nature of vocation in Protestantism. It also highlights the historical evolution of gender roles, celibacy, and marriage, questioning societal norms and religious ideologies.
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- Virginity was once seen as a lifestyle devoted to God, not just abstaining from sex.
- Cultivating detachment through celibacy allows for a focus on God amidst life's changes.
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The Symbol of the Virgin as a Lifestyle Dedicated to God
Virginity was not just seen as abstaining from sex but as a lifestyle dedicated to God. Saint Gregory of Nissa emphasizes that the lifestyle of a virgin implies a whole way of being, where virtues of piety and learning hold as much value as marriage. This understanding of virginity as a lifestyle goes beyond mere sexual abstinence to encompass a life devoted to God and detachment from worldly attachments.
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