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To: MarkBsnr
Did I ever say castration? I said celibacy.

We're not discussing your words; we're discussing Christ's words. And Christ is speaking of eunuchs, as seen in the verse in question which I posted.

So do you think Christ is advocating castration as eunuchs are castrated?

7,499 posted on 09/28/2010 10:38:44 PM PDT by Dr. Eckleburg ("I don't think they want my respect; I think they want my submission." - Flemming Rose)
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To: Dr. Eckleburg
We're not discussing your words; we're discussing Christ's words.

We are discussing English translations of Scripture. The version of the Bible that I customarily use says celibacy. The KJV 1611 says eunuch.

So do you think Christ is advocating castration as eunuchs are castrated?

Not necessarily. I think that this means personal celibacy. As Paul told us that he practiced and advocated for all that can bear it for the sake of the Kingdom of Heaven.

7,616 posted on 09/29/2010 2:44:29 PM PDT by MarkBsnr ( I would not believe in the Gospel if the authority of the Catholic Church did not move me to do so.)
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