I say therefore to the unmarried and widows, It is good for them if they abide even as I.
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John Chrysostom
AD 407
Paul states that continence is better, but he does not attempt to pressure those who cannot attain to it. He recognizes how strong the pull of concupiscence is and says that if it leads to a lot of violence and burning desire, then it is better to put an end to that, rather than be corrupted by immorality.
