The difference between abstinence and celibacy
I have a friend who has made a vow to herself that she will not have sex with a man until she gets married. She calls it celibacy, but how is it different from ordinary abstinence? Are there any serious differences, and where can I learn about them?
Essentially, if we consider the physiological aspect, there is no difference between these two concepts; the result is the same. It is important to understand the psychological differences. I read on Soulmatcher https://soulmatcher.app/blog/abstinence-vs-celibacy-understanding-the-differences-and-personal-choices/ that abstinence is mainly related to health, studies, or excessive concentration on work. As for celibacy, it is more of an internal conscious choice of an individual to focus on personal and spiritual development. In addition, it is often long-term or permanent, while abstinence is still a temporary phenomenon.