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NASB | 1 Corinthians 7:9 But if they do not have self-control, let them marry; for it is better to marry than to burn with passion. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 7:9 But if they do not have [sufficient] self-control, they should marry; for it is better to marry than to burn with passion. |
Bible Question: I would like to know if being celibate, is it wrong to masturbate? I have searched the word and can't find any specifics and do not want to commit the sin of omission just to do what the flesh wants! Please someone answer this for me |
Bible Answer: As you can see everyone has an opinion on this issue - and I haven't seen one I trust yet. Someone did point out that the Bible is basically silent on the subject, and this is true. My advice is to pray and search your conscience. If you do something your conscience forbids it's a sin. If pornography or fantasizing is involved it's a sin. |