A History Of Celibacy
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A History Of Celibacy
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Author : Elizabeth Abbott
language : en
Publisher: James Clarke & Co.
Release Date : 2001
A History Of Celibacy written by Elizabeth Abbott and has been published by James Clarke & Co. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Celibacy categories.
Joan of Arc was one. So was Sir Isaac Newton. A monk vows to be one. A prisoner has no choice. History tells of many avowed celibates, and today's society reflects a renewed interest in celibacy. But what causes people to give up sex, the very activity that drives, fascinates, troubles, and delights so many of the rest of us? Elizabeth Abbott's exploration of celibacy debunks the traditionally held notion that celibacy is a predominantly religious concept of little concern to the secular world. Chosen or imposed for myriad reasons, celibacy actually is a practice that reveals a host of telling insights about our sexual desires and drives, as well as our changing attitudes toward religion, gender, and physical health. A History of Celibacy humanises celibacy through the ages, from the vestal virgins of ancient Rome who were entombed alive if they broke their vows, to contemporary athletes who conserve semen to enhance their game. While most people associate institutional celibacy with Catholicism, Abbott shows how virtually every culture and religion through history has incorporated it in some form. Her examples range from Judaism's rules regarding abstinence during menstruation to Hinduism's forced celibacy for widows. Written from a feminist perspective, the book paints a dual portrait of celibacy as both emancipator and enslaver of women and the poor. Yet the book's focus is not solely on women. It recounts for instance the forced castration of Italy's young male sopranos, and tells why impoverished Chinese boys and men became eunuchs for the Emperor. The extremes to which people will go to abstain from sexual activity or to prevent others from having sex is an intriguing thread through a serious book.
A History Of Celibacy
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Author : Elizabeth Abbott
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004-10
A History Of Celibacy written by Elizabeth Abbott and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-10 with categories.
From the vestal virgins of ancient Rome, who were entombed alive if they broke their vows, to contemporary athletes, who abstain to enhance their performance, celibacy has been found in every society of the past & present, a timeless phenomenon that transcends culture & religion. In this spirited & provocative history, Elizabeth Abbott examines celibacy over the span of 3,000 years . . . shaping religious lives, conditioning athletes & shamans, surfacing in classical poetry & camp literature, resonating in the voices of castrati, & permeating ancient mythology. As central to human nature as sex, celibacy has as many stories as adherents, & Abbott weaves them into a seamless tapestry that brings history alive.
A History Of Marriage
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Author : Elizabeth Abbott
language : en
Publisher: Seven Stories Press
Release Date : 2011-01-04
A History Of Marriage written by Elizabeth Abbott and has been published by Seven Stories Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-01-04 with Social Science categories.
What does the "tradition of marriage" really look like? In A History of Marriage, Elizabeth Abbott paints an often surprising picture of this most public, yet most intimate, institution. Ritual of romance, or social obligation? Eternal bliss, or cult of domesticity? Abbott reveals a complex tradition that includes same-sex unions, arranged marriages, dowries, self-marriages, and child brides. Marriage—in all its loving, unloving, decadent, and impoverished manifestations—is revealed here through Abbott's infectious curiosity.
Unfinished Agenda A Critical Look At The History Of Celibacy
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Author : Mary Malone
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1993
Unfinished Agenda A Critical Look At The History Of Celibacy written by Mary Malone and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with categories.
The History Of Sacerdotal Celibacy In The Christian Church
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Author : Henry C. Lea
language : en
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Release Date : 2014-03
The History Of Sacerdotal Celibacy In The Christian Church written by Henry C. Lea and has been published by Literary Licensing, LLC this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-03 with categories.
This Is A New Release Of The Original 1884 Edition.
The History Of Sacerdotal Celibacy In The Christian Church
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Author : Henry C. Lea
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1957
The History Of Sacerdotal Celibacy In The Christian Church written by Henry C. Lea and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1957 with categories.
History Of Sacerdotal Celibacy In The Christian Church Volume 1
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Author : Henry Charles Lea
language : en
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Release Date : 2023-07-18
History Of Sacerdotal Celibacy In The Christian Church Volume 1 written by Henry Charles Lea and has been published by Legare Street Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-07-18 with categories.
A groundbreaking study of the history of celibacy in the Christian church, this book traces the rise and fall of the practice from ancient times to the modern era. The author, Henry Charles Lea, was a prominent historian and scholar of medieval Europe, and his insights and analysis continue to inform discussions of religious celibacy today. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
History Of Sacerdotal Celibacy In The Christian Church
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Author : Henry Charles Lea
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1884
History Of Sacerdotal Celibacy In The Christian Church written by Henry Charles Lea and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1884 with Celibacy categories.
History Of Sacerdotal Celibacy In The Christian Church
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Author : Henry Charles Lea
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1966
History Of Sacerdotal Celibacy In The Christian Church written by Henry Charles Lea and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1966 with Celibacy categories.
Hist Of Sacerdotal Celibacy In
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Author : Henry Charles 1825-1909 Lea
language : en
Publisher: Wentworth Press
Release Date : 2016-08-26
Hist Of Sacerdotal Celibacy In written by Henry Charles 1825-1909 Lea and has been published by Wentworth Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-08-26 with History categories.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.