Buddhism Religion and sexuality




the common formulation of buddhist ethics 5 precepts , noble eightfold path, 1 should neither attached nor crave sensual pleasure. these precepts take form of voluntary, personal undertakings, not divine mandate or instruction.


of 5 precepts, third vow refrain sex others spouse, under age (namely, protected parents or guardians), , have taken vows of religious celibacy. in chinese buddhism, third vow interpreted refrain sex outside marriage.


buddhist monks , nuns of traditions expected refrain sexual activity , buddha said have admonished followers avoid unchastity if pit of burning cinders. while laypersons may have sex within marriage, monks may not have sex @ all.








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