| 单词 | continence |
| 例句 | Or are we finished, in which case the continence device has to go back on. Me and my penis: 100 men reveal all 2017-05-27T04:00:00Z A person’s ability to independently perform the six “Activities of Daily Living” — bathing, continence, dressing, eating, toileting and walking — is a common gauge for when long-term-care insurance kicks in, Ness said. No one wants to think about losing a parent. But not planning for it makes it worse. 2017-02-20T05:00:00Z Although nearly everyone thinks happiness declines with age—along with our posture, continence and memory—the truth is more interesting. ‘The Happiness Curve’ Review: Midlife Slump and Late-Life Upswing 2018-05-31T04:00:00Z Now in our own leftover lives, we toast ourmemories and continence. Poem of the week 2010-05-10T10:24:00Z When treating the prostate gland, for example, medics want to avoid damage to the nearby bladder or rectum, which could leave patients with lifelong continence issues. AI cuts treatment time for cancer radiotherapy 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z Then the president and vice president can turn and walk away, ignoring us with a regal continence which is supposed to represent their authority but actually denotes weakness. Joe Biden on the brink: Will the disastrous White House comms bring us a second Trump term? 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z Any chance Sally or Ed has anxiety, digestive or continence issues, hearing loss …? Advice | Carolyn Hax: Friend with unsavory kitchen habits insists on cooking 2023-01-29T05:00:00Z Profligate spending under George W. Bush forever made laughable any Republican assertion of fiscal continence. Review | Tracing the Republican Party’s devolution to one man: Newt Gingrich 2022-08-05T04:00:00Z A failure of urinary continence can be embarrassing and inconvenient, but is not life threatening. Anatomy and Physiology 2013-06-19T00:00:00Z Unknown to her daughters, the hospital had also placed her in continence pads. Dementia patients not allowed to use toilet 2022-06-20T04:00:00Z “The focus is usually on continence and erections, as if sex starts and ends there.” In Chicago, a New Approach to Gay and Bisexual Men With Prostate Cancer 2021-12-07T05:00:00Z Countdown is also changing its language used for products previously known as “incontinence” items, referring to them as “continence care” products instead. New Zealand supermarket chain first to 'period' label on menstrual products 2020-06-26T04:00:00Z “Anecdotally, we find that recovery of continence is earlier in the robotic group, but after 12 months, there is no major difference between the two for urinary control and sexual function,” says Thanigasalam. Worth the cost? A closer look at the da Vinci robot’s impact on prostate cancer surgery 2020-04-21T04:00:00Z Voluntary control of urination relies on consciously preventing relaxation of the external urethral sphincter to maintain urinary continence. Anatomy and Physiology 2013-06-19T00:00:00Z Prof June Andrews, who has worked in dementia care for over 30 years, says rigorous continence assessments are essential to prevent assumptions being made. Dementia patients not allowed to use toilet 2022-06-20T04:00:00Z By contrast, he said, “Benny is, like, continence incarnate”—more circumspect, at least most of the time. The Safdie Brothers’ Full-Immersion Filmmaking 2019-12-09T05:00:00Z "It is essential that children and young people with continence problems undergo a comprehensive assessment to identify underlying problems and ensure these conditions are diagnosed and treated by the appropriate clinician," a spokesman said. The children wearing nappies to school 2019-04-24T04:00:00Z He added that, without action from government and local authorities, the increasing closures of public toilets in England posed a "very real problem for the millions of people living with continence problems". Where have all the public toilets gone? 2018-08-14T04:00:00Z This also means that patients experience higher rates of erectile-function recovery and a faster return to urinary continence. Is Robotic Prostate Surgery Better Than Traditional Surgery? 2018-06-25T04:00:00Z As soon as the second catheter was removed, this relaxed into normal continence, a result I had not expected for a long time, if ever. Through my cancer, I have found the key to a good life | George Monbiot 2018-05-08T04:00:00Z They include services for continence, chronic pain and physiotherapy. Vaginal mesh op 'should be last resort' 2018-05-04T04:00:00Z Madeleine Moon told the Commons the cutback in toilets in public spaces meant alternative options were needed for those with continence issues. Cut business rates for premises offering toilet access, says MP - BBC News 2017-09-06T04:00:00Z Specialists called wound, ostomy and continence nurses teach patients how to troubleshoot problems and care for their skin as well as provide emotional support. When Health Treatments Go From Hospital to DIY 2016-10-14T04:00:00Z Physicians and other health care providers appreciate the expertise a wound, ostomy, continence and foot care nurse brings to patient care. A Day in the Life of a Wound, Ostomy, Continence and Foot Care Nurse 2016-07-13T04:00:00Z Her problems with continence started in 2009 after a womb operation. Millions 'suffer in silence' with continence - BBC News 2015-12-27T05:00:00Z There are, however, two other important areas for patients undergoing radical prostatectomy where we cannot claim that robotic surgery is clearly better: urinary continence recovery and sexual function recovery. Q&A: Declan Murphy : Nature : Nature Publishing Group 2015-12-14T05:00:00Z It then tunnels deeper into the layers of muscle and sinew that support and give continence to the bladder, taking in out-branches that supply sensitivity to the skin between the thighs. Babies ruined my orgasm: How trying to have kids sucked all the pleasure out of sex 2015-10-18T04:00:00Z He was equally categorical that the only way for divorced Catholics to receive communion was by practicing strict sexual abstinence, “continence through the strength of grace.” Pope Francis’s First Crisis 2015-10-16T04:00:00Z When needed, the individual with bowel and bladder problems may be referred to a physician or advance practice continence nurse for further testing and medication. A Day in the Life of a Wound, Ostomy, Continence and Foot Care Nurse 2016-07-13T04:00:00Z Millions of people in England experience problems with continence but many are not getting the support they need, health officials are warning. Millions 'suffer in silence' with continence - BBC News 2015-12-27T05:00:00Z As well as issues like nutrition, medicines and continence care, the checks also included how restraints were used, daily activities for patients and how relatives were involved. Spot checks on 21 mental health wards across Wales - BBC News 2015-06-18T04:00:00Z During the process 11 key areas are considered - including continence, cognition and mobility. The little-known fund that can cover care costs 2014-11-07T05:00:00Z Management of medicines will be improved but investigators found no serious problems over continence care, hydration or night-time sedation. NHS inquiry call after spot checks 2014-10-17T04:00:00Z What, you may wonder, is a wound, ostomy, continence, foot care nurse? A Day in the Life of a Wound, Ostomy, Continence and Foot Care Nurse 2016-07-13T04:00:00Z He also announced the spot checks of hospitals across Wales, focusing on four areas: delivery of medicine, hydration, night-time sedation and continence care. Hospitals' spot check data revealed 2014-10-16T04:00:00Z Their tasks included helping family members with getting around, eating, dressing, bathing, using the toilet, and continence care. Young Caregivers Risk Failing in School, Study Says 2014-10-13T04:00:00Z The muscles support the back, abdomen, bladder and bowel, and help maintain fecal and urinary continence. Pelvic Exercises for Men, Too 2014-07-14T04:00:00Z The report said managers should be empowered to run wards in a way that "enhances dignity and respect" as well as "prioritising continence care". Poor OAP care 'zero tolerance' call 2013-09-23T10:44:37Z Every day in the life of a certified wound, ostomy, continence, foot care nurse is filled with wonderful patients, opportunities to improve the lives of others and new challenges. A Day in the Life of a Wound, Ostomy, Continence and Foot Care Nurse 2016-07-13T04:00:00Z The checks at 70 wards looked at medicine delivery, hydration, night-time sedation and continence care. Hospitals' spot check data revealed 2014-10-16T04:00:00Z The British state has gone on expanding after a period of continence. Margaret Thatcher: No ordinary politician 2013-04-11T15:18:13Z The British state has continued to expand after a period of continence. Margaret Thatcher: A cut above the rest 2013-04-08T16:13:04Z I don't happen to think we're in imminent danger of the sort of systemic failure of continence I imagine Mr Ryan imagines. Fiscal policy and political stability: The danger of profligacy 2013-03-14T17:53:39Z Nor did their lust rage against these alone, for they feared not to pollute the widow’s continence and the conjugal tie. Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 2012-04-27T02:00:38.817Z No immorality is attributed to them; nay, the severest continence was prescribed by them, even in marriage; the only generation of children permitted was spiritual, through conversion, while homicide, lying, and oaths were strictly forbidden. A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume II 2012-04-18T02:00:12.957Z Among the checks on excessive multiplication, the historical influence of voluntary continence has been, it must be feared, very small. History of European Morals From Augustus to Charlemagne (Vol. 1 of 2) 2012-03-28T02:00:20.770Z Would there were more like him in continence of speech, wholesomeness of judgment, nobility of ideals, and in the shrewd perception of character. Unicorns 2012-03-14T02:00:26.677Z As, therefore, the state of man now is, what wisdom can there he to choose, what continence to forbear, without the knowledge of evil? Irish Ecclesiastical Record, Volume 1, July 1865 2012-03-12T03:00:19.393Z Their cults were steeped in superstition, and swung to and fro between continence and sensuality. The Conflict of Religions in the Early Roman Empire 2012-03-11T03:00:13.983Z The surgery is a difficult one, requiring the surgeon to remove the cancerous prostate without damaging nerves that control a man's continence and sexual function. Remote-control surgery grows despite inconclusive evidence 2012-03-05T14:52:03Z Plutarch applauds certain philosophers who vowed to abstain for a year from wine and women in order “to honour God by their continence.” History of European Morals From Augustus to Charlemagne (Vol. 1 of 2) 2012-03-28T02:00:20.770Z I never had been lured by those grosser sins which circumstances offered—even in our house at Johnstown—and I would make no merit of my continence, God wot, seeing there was no temptation. Cardigan 2012-02-24T03:00:29.073Z The materialist prescribes temperance, continence, sobriety, in order that life may be long, and comfortable, and free from disease. Transcendentalism in New England A History 2012-02-18T03:00:16.210Z As therefore the state of man now is, what wisdom can there be to choose, what continence to forbear without the knowledge of evil.... The Gentle Reader 2012-02-15T03:00:37.463Z He employed the time in exhorting his followers--there were only fifty of them--to behave with continence to the conquered foe. My Lords of Strogue Vol. III, (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:27.667Z It was ordained for a remedy against sin, and to avoid fornication; that such persons as have not the gift of continence might marry, and keep themselves undefiled.... Running Sands 2012-02-05T03:00:08.983Z The bitterness of her speech stung me into a fury, and, forgetful of the continence I owed to her: "Madame!" The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z "Of their love of virtue they give proof in their contempt for money, fame, and pleasures, their continence, easy satisfying of their wants, their simplicity, modesty," &c. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z It may win triumph over greed of appetite in temperance; or over fleshly passion in continence. Abraham Lincoln's Cardinal Traits; A Study in Ethics, with an Epilogue Addressed to Theologians 2012-01-17T03:00:21.120Z She was suddenly back in her past life, trembling at the contact of all those foreign things which seemed absolutely new through long continence. The Enemies of Women (Los enemigos de la mujer) 2012-01-02T03:00:27.980Z The high chiefs were an exception to the general rule of continence. The Fijians A Study of the Decay of Custom 2011-12-30T03:00:25.917Z There are two kinds of continence, one bodily, the other ghostly. The Homilies of the Anglo-Saxon Church Containing the Sermones Catholici, or Homilies of ?lfric, in the Original Anglo-Saxon, with an English Version. Volume I. 2011-12-20T03:00:28.907Z We may take the religious path of Augustine in his pre-saintly days when he prayed to God to “give me chastity and continence, but not yet.” Sacred Salubriousness 2011-12-19T13:15:03.603Z He passed his life in great perfection of humility, gentleness, continence, simplicity, and justice. Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England 2011-12-19T03:00:41.437Z Perhaps it was the stimulation due to continence. The Enemies of Women (Los enemigos de la mujer) 2012-01-02T03:00:27.980Z And these letters show her solicitude for his modesty and continence, since for the mere sending of them she had made such complaint. The Old Yellow Book Source of Robert Browning's The Ring and the Book 2011-12-08T03:00:22.847Z We should, by obedience, and continence, and humility, unanimously proceed to our home, and with holy virtues require the country, which we lost through sins. The Homilies of the Anglo-Saxon Church Containing the Sermones Catholici, or Homilies of ?lfric, in the Original Anglo-Saxon, with an English Version. Volume I. 2011-12-20T03:00:28.907Z "Tut, tut, I wish I could make it plain that Curtain Wells exists for the continence, not the encouragement of appetites." The Passionate Elopement 2011-12-02T03:00:19.930Z But whatsoever he was himself, this we know for certain concerning him, that he left successors renowned for their continence, their love of God, and observance of monastic rules. Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England 2011-12-19T03:00:41.437Z They affected to despise money, fame, pleasures, professed the most strict chastity, or, rather, continence, and they practised endurance as a duty. Ancient Faiths And Modern A Dissertation upon Worships, Legends and Divinities 2011-11-24T03:00:37.917Z Nor are examples lacking of continence observed during a longer and easier journey, which had been undertaken and completed by lovers, even though they might lawfully have indulged their love. The Old Yellow Book Source of Robert Browning's The Ring and the Book 2011-12-08T03:00:22.847Z Myrrh we offer him, if through continence we quell the lusts of the flesh. The Homilies of the Anglo-Saxon Church Containing the Sermones Catholici, or Homilies of ?lfric, in the Original Anglo-Saxon, with an English Version. Volume I. 2011-12-20T03:00:28.907Z At these times he always returned very morose and out of temper, upbraiding his men with having violated their obligation to continence preparatory to whaling. The Adventures of John Jewitt Only Survivor of the Crew of the Ship Boston During a Captivity of Nearly Three Years Among the Indians of Nootka Sound in Vancouver Island 2011-11-15T03:00:19.650Z He had for many years led a solitary life, in great continence of body and mind, in a very small island, called Farne,741 in the ocean about nine miles distant from that same church. Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England 2011-12-19T03:00:41.437Z Religion effectually preserves the chastity of women, even outside of convents—as in Ireland—and has been the main prop of such continence as survived during our time in the institution of marriage. The Woman Who Vowed The Demetrian 2011-10-24T02:00:18.500Z We may speak still further of her confidence in her own continence as well as in the integrity of the Canon. The Old Yellow Book Source of Robert Browning's The Ring and the Book 2011-12-08T03:00:22.847Z But if we offer myrrh to God spiritually, then will our mortal body be preserved through continence from the stenches of lust. The Homilies of the Anglo-Saxon Church Containing the Sermones Catholici, or Homilies of ?lfric, in the Original Anglo-Saxon, with an English Version. Volume I. 2011-12-20T03:00:28.907Z But the abbot, although hearing of the evil report of his continence, yet winked at it for a long time, most likely because Geoffrey seemed to be serviceable to the community. The Chronicle of Jocelin of Brakelond: A Picture of Monastic Life in the Days of Abbot Samson 2011-10-18T02:00:19.523Z It has been suggested that sexual continence in high-strung men produces changes in the nervous system which can conceivably lead to the production of high tension and further to arteriosclerosis. Arteriosclerosis and Hypertension: with Chapters on Blood Pressure, 3rd Edition. 2011-10-11T02:01:07.890Z Religion, then, seemed to be the only human sentiment that could determine continence, and to some religious institution, therefore, it was thought this question must be referred. The Woman Who Vowed The Demetrian 2011-10-24T02:00:18.500Z It should be specially noted that she had very strong confidence 248 in her own continence and in the integrity of the Canon. The Old Yellow Book Source of Robert Browning's The Ring and the Book 2011-12-08T03:00:22.847Z She was now aware that they were Christian virgins consecrated to God by a vow of perpetual continence. The Life and Times of Kateri Tekakwitha The Lily of the Mohawks 2011-09-16T02:00:21.817Z Two small studies using this method, of 34 and 49 children, respectively, suggested that the average time until continence was just 4.5 hours. Potty-Training, Perfected. Is There a Right Way? 2011-07-23T05:25:00Z The sexual continence per se is not harmful. Arteriosclerosis and Hypertension: with Chapters on Blood Pressure, 3rd Edition. 2011-10-11T02:01:07.890Z And so women contributed labor, in so far as labor did not impair their essential function of motherhood, and men contributed continence as the highest male duty in the field of fertility. The Woman Who Vowed The Demetrian 2011-10-24T02:00:18.500Z Above all, you must exercise the most complete continence. Fifty Contemporary One-Act Plays 2011-08-08T02:00:15.947Z After this, he advised such to maintain a long silence, that he might observe how far they were disposed towards continence in speech, and that most difficult of all victories—the victory over the tongue. Tablets 2011-07-25T02:00:17.487Z Saint Augustine once put up a prayer for the grace of continence, but added a rider to the effect that he did not desire it to be granted immediately. Lodges in the Wilderness 2011-06-15T02:00:17.057Z The report said a "lack of timely response to continence needs" and the sharing of patients' personal information within earshot of others were both widely reported. Spot checks for NHS elderly care 2011-06-14T05:48:31Z The lesson of history, then, is that continence is essential to the progress of the race. The Woman Who Vowed The Demetrian 2011-10-24T02:00:18.500Z Here we strike the bell that closes this political sermon, during which Victor, despite his Socratic continence and moderation, made all these wild heads friends of his own. Hesperus or Forty-Five Dog-Post-Days Vol. II A Biography 2011-05-14T02:00:08.440Z This annalist denies, in another passage, the well-known story of the continence of Scipio, and alleges that the lady whom he is generally said to have restored to her lover, was “in deliciis amoribusque usurpata167.” History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume II 2011-04-03T02:00:18.677Z The report highlights as unacceptable a "lack of timely response to continence needs" which it found widely reported. 'Shameful' care of older patients 2011-03-14T06:41:08Z That, in regard to bodily strength, sexual continence adds energy to the muscular fibre, is clearly seen by observing the most ardent quadrupeds previous to the time of the union of their sexes. Beauty Illustrated Chiefly by an Analysis and Classificatin of Beauty in Woman 2011-02-28T03:00:32.460Z The survival of the races which practised continence over those which did not practise it was too clearly recorded in history for its lesson to be neglected. The Woman Who Vowed The Demetrian 2011-10-24T02:00:18.500Z Then in early autumn they sing again, with more measure, more continence, let us say with more self-criticism and fastidiousness; and though the note may not be so boisterous, it is more mellow and mature. The Bridling of Pegasus Prose Papers on Poetry 2011-02-26T03:00:51.130Z Estimates are that pelvic pain affects 70 percent of women over age 40, interfering with urinary continence as well as sex. Toppling a taboo: Therapy for pelvic pain 2011-01-13T20:16:04Z Her education had trained her to think lightly of the chastity of others, but so far it had not injured her own natural continence. Burning Sands 2011-01-17T03:00:53.930Z The conservative Orange County Register editorialized in February that in conveying his dual message, Obama sounds like the young St. Augustine, who prayed: "Give me chastity and continence, but not yet." The Case for More Stimulus 2010-04-08T21:00:00Z For the most part, the message from these economists is a sort of climate version of St. Augustine’s famous prayer, “Give me chastity and continence, but not just now.” Magazine Preview: Climate Change - Building a Green Economy 2010-04-07T17:00:00Z Chastity was essential in the celebrant of the holy mysteries, and even Tertullian holds up the priests of Isis as a reproachful example of continence to professing followers of Christ. Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius They married, but lived in continence, after the manner, as they maintained, of Abel, and attempted to keep up the sect by adopting the children of others. The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 1 A to Amide They live according to the rule of St. Augustine, without property and in community and under obedience to one above them; and having assumed the regular habit, they promise to God perpetual continence. The Popes and Science The History of the Papal Relations to Science During the Middle Ages and Down to Our Own Time There are times when married people should observe the strictest continence. What a Young Husband Ought to Know But was there such a thing as continence? Cinderella Jane Seneca and Musonius, who lived through the reign of Nero, are equally peremptory in demanding a like continence from men and from women. Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius Melanchthon wrote from Augsburg in 1530 that he was a model of continence, temperance and moderation, that the old domestic discipline was now only preserved in the imperial household. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" Lastly, such partial attempts as we have already described to enforce upon the clergy a special rule of continence, by their very failure, suggested more heroic measures. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 5 "Cat" to "Celt" Nor is strict continence in married life without illustrations of those who have voluntarily chosen it. What a Young Husband Ought to Know As he knew what to say, so he knows also when to leave off, a continence which is practised by few writers, and scarcely by any of the ancients excepting Virgil and Horace. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 57, No. 355, May 1845 There are four points in a good character from which all other good traits take their origin—prudence, courage, continence, and justice. Arabian Wisdom Abdalmalik was born and educated in Islam, and distinguished himself in his youth by piety and continence. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 1 "Calhoun" to "Camoens" Fasting, continence and other observances are frequently prescribed as preliminaries. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 7 "Drama" to "Dublin" In the unutterable boredom of space, the pledge we had all taken to complete continence for the voyage was a severe test to all forty couples. The Test Colony There is no continence among them—none anywhere except in wicked France. The Galaxy, April, 1877 Vol. XXIII.—April, 1877.—No. 4. We showed our allies, some of whom I may say were honestly sceptical on the subject, that with our soldiers continence was the rule, and not the exception. Some War-time Lessons The Soldier's Standards of Conduct; The War As a Practical Test of American Scholarship; What Have We Learned? Personally, it is undeniable that Whitman possesses a specially keen sense of the fine restraint and continence, the cleanliness and chastity, that are inseparable from the perfectly virile and physically complete nature of healthy manhood. A Problem in Modern Ethics being an inquiry into the phenomenon of sexual inversion, addressed especially to Medical Psychologists and Jurists In a few pages we find him praising the continence of Don Henry de Meneses, whose victory over his passions he calls the highest excellence of youth. The Lusiad or The Discovery of India, an Epic Poem The continence which the Church inculcated was not otherwise new. Historia Amoris: A History of Love, Ancient and Modern While he readily admits that marriage is honorable, he, at the same time, enthusiastically recommends celibacy to those who are able to persevere in continence. Women of Early Christianity Tuccia, who was accused of violating her vow of continence, appealed to the goddess and said: "O Vesta, if I have ever approached thee with clean hands, grant me a sign to prove my innocence." Roman Women They are indeed capable of continence to a remarkable degree, but they are also vigorously procreative and remarkably free from sexual inversion. A Problem in Modern Ethics being an inquiry into the phenomenon of sexual inversion, addressed especially to Medical Psychologists and Jurists Abstinence from the delights of love, continence except for the sole end of procreation, is the rule which he proposes to the world. A Problem in Greek Ethics Being an inquiry into the phenomenon of sexual inversion He would have liked to take Shorty into his confidence, but he feared that the ravenous appetite of convalescence would prove too much for that gentleman's continence. Si Klegg, Book 5 (of 6) The Deacon's Adventures At Chattanooga In Caring For The Boys The debility of her husband's constitution rendered the continence, which the ecclesiastic of that time so greatly admired, uncommonly easy. Women of Early Christianity There are some who have strong passions, or who by self-indulgence have so strengthened their lower nature and weakened their will-power, that lifelong continence seems beyond them. What Shall I Be? A Chat With Young People So long as a young man remains chaste in thought and deed, he will not suffer any bad effects from his continence. Plain Talks on Avoided Subjects But, indeed, continence had at first no connection with morals. The Position of Woman in Primitive Society A Study of the Matriarchy Most writers and lecturers who emphasize the arguments for absolute self-control or continence before marriage, omit all reference to marital life. Sex-education A series of lectures concerning knowledge of sex in its relation to human life The marginal r�sum� of this paragraph in the "Catechism of the Council of Trent" is: "A life of continence to be desired by all." Vocations Explained Matrimony, Virginity, The Religious State and The Priesthood Therefore it has been universally agreed, to educate the sex in the principles leading to that continence, and to make their honour and reputation consist in adhering to them. Critical Remarks on Sir Charles Grandison, Clarissa, and Pamela (1754) The pride of perfect adolescence, as described a few pages back, is due to purity of thought, to chastity and continence. Plain Talks on Avoided Subjects This test of the Seri lover must not mistakenly be thought to be connected, as might appear, with the modern idea of continence. The Position of Woman in Primitive Society A Study of the Matriarchy The first type needs not only emphatic instruction regarding continence, but more often medical help, either for general health or for correction of localized sexual disturbance. Sex-education A series of lectures concerning knowledge of sex in its relation to human life I assure you, it can come to pass in human society that sheer scepticism and continence of opinion make you seem stupid, whereas you are only proud and discouraged ... The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries Masterpieces of German Literature Vol. 19 In ancient Greece, where the women were remarkable both for continence before marriage, and fidelity after it, customs prevailed diametrically opposite to all our most established notions of modesty and delicacy. Critical Remarks on Sir Charles Grandison, Clarissa, and Pamela (1754) Patients frequently complain that enforced continence makes them restless, irritable, unfit for mental application of any sort, &c. Plain Talks on Avoided Subjects And the continence demanded from the bridegroom appears more extraordinary if we compare it with the freedom granted to the bride. The Position of Woman in Primitive Society A Study of the Matriarchy In a complex state of civilization many adjustments in the sphere of sexual indulgence and continence and marriage have to be made. The Sex Worship and Symbolism of Primitive Races An Interpretation When the day came that his spirit weakened and his continence failed, he would throw down the burden and desert. The Bondboy In a general way, we may accept the statement that many morbid conditions are known to result from sexual excess, but few from continence. The Sexual Question A Scientific, psychological, hygienic and sociological study The word continence should apply to the act of self-restraint in the matter of the emotions, desires, and passions, whether of the sex-passion or the passion of anger, avarice, or gluttony. Sex--The Unknown Quantity The Spiritual Function of Sex This must be provided by exercise, by anointing, by continence, by the easy digestion of the food—which means moderation; and the jaws must be free, so that the words must not strike each other. The Life of Cicero Volume II. Entire continence was expected of every unmarried person, and the strictest marital faithfulness of man and wife, because of the sacredness of personal life. Quaker Hill A Sociological Study The continence which procured for Alonzo, who succeeded to the precarious throne of the Christians, in the Asturias, about 795, the epithet of the Chaste, was not universal in his family. Mediaeval Tales Pregnancy, on the contrary, does not require continence, provided the husband takes account of his wife's condition and treats her with care. The Sexual Question A Scientific, psychological, hygienic and sociological study Throughout the course of time no instance of such continence is found. Commentary on Genesis, Vol. II Luther on Sin and the Flood “Vigor is obtained on the confirmation of continence.” Hidden Symbolism of Alchemy and the Occult Arts Sultan Saladin, wishing to ascertain the extent of the continence of the dervishes, took two of them into his palace, and, during a certain space of time, had them fed upon the most succulent food. Aphrodisiacs and Anti-aphrodisiacs: Three Essays on the Powers of Reproduction At length, the nervous exhaustion caused by these constant assaults, the irritation of this painful continence, began to disturb Germinie's faculties. Germinie Lacerteux It is the same, in a still higher degree, with sexual continence in marriage, even when it does not last for years, excepting in cases of grave disease or senile impotence. The Sexual Question A Scientific, psychological, hygienic and sociological study Let people have married or be anyhow steeled in continence before they are admitted to baptism. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 3 "Banks" to "Bassoon" This very laudation of continence is itself an emphasis upon sex. Visions and Revisions A Book of Literary Devotions It is, on the contrary, training them into the perfect exercise and kingly continence of their bodies and souls. The Crown of Wild Olive also Munera Pulveris; Pre-Raphaelitism; Aratra Pentelici; The Ethics of the Dust; Fiction, Fair and Foul; The Elements of Drawing Alexander is eminent for his courage; Ptolemy for his wisdom; Scipio for his continence; Trajan for his love of truth; Constantius for his temperance.—Zimmermann. Pearls of Thought Opinions differ considerably as to the effects of sexual continence. The Sexual Question A Scientific, psychological, hygienic and sociological study The law for youth is perfect continence—a pure vestalate alike in both sexes. The Ladies Book of Useful Information Compiled from many sources Here he told them that chaste wedlock was as pure as continence and virginity, and would be blessed as high. Hugh, Bishop of Lincoln A Short Story of One of the Makers of Mediaeval England The sensibility of the nation is indicated by the fineness of its customs; its courage, continence, and self-respect by its persistence in them. The Crown of Wild Olive also Munera Pulveris; Pre-Raphaelitism; Aratra Pentelici; The Ethics of the Dust; Fiction, Fair and Foul; The Elements of Drawing It was, actually, a monastic existence, compounded of frugality, abstinence, continence and devotion to scholarly pursuits. This Crowded Earth It is quite certain that the harmful effects of continence have been greatly exaggerated. The Sexual Question A Scientific, psychological, hygienic and sociological study The history of Italian art is that of a struggle between superstition and naturalism on one side, between continence and sensuality on another. On the Old Road Vol. 1 (of 2) A Collection of Miscellaneous Essays and Articles on Art and Literature The same law of continence is for the ministers of the altar as for the bishops and priests who, when they were laymen, could lawfully marry and procreate children. A Source Book for Ancient Church History So far as continence relates to immaturity, it may be strongly and justly asserted that it is probably the most important factor in the conservation of health and strength. The Eugenic Marriage, Vol. 2 A Personal Guide to the New Science of Better Living and Better Babies All other animals observe this period of continence. The Biology, Physiology and Sociology of Reproduction Also Sexual Hygiene with Special Reference to the Male On the whole, savage women are less fecund than civilized, owing to their long continence during the two or four years nursing of each child. The Sexual Question A Scientific, psychological, hygienic and sociological study But the noble naturalism of these was the fruit of ages of previous courage, continence, and religion—it was the fullness of passion in the life of a Britomart. On the Old Road Vol. 1 (of 2) A Collection of Miscellaneous Essays and Articles on Art and Literature Soldiers, fishermen, hunters, traders, agriculturists, etc., are bidden to practice continence before undertaking any of their enterprises. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals On the contrary, we know that continence, not incontinence, is an absolute essential to the growth of full sexual, virile maturity, as well as to the growth of efficient and healthy manhood and womanhood. The Eugenic Marriage, Vol. 2 A Personal Guide to the New Science of Better Living and Better Babies This change can be wrought in from one to three years of absolute continence. The Biology, Physiology and Sociology of Reproduction Also Sexual Hygiene with Special Reference to the Male It may occur at an earlier age, owing to destruction or atrophy of the sexual glands, great excesses, or on the contrary, extreme continence. The Sexual Question A Scientific, psychological, hygienic and sociological study In this manner also may be explained the results of prolonged continence upon the offspring, for desires are usually vivid in proportion to the previous period of rest. The Physical Life of Woman: Advice to the Maiden, Wife and Mother Augustine's formula is: "Marriage and fornication are not two evils of which the second is worse, but marriage and continence are two goods, of which the second is 391better." Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals They have also an abhorrence of robbery, and are likewise remarkable for the virtue of continence, being satisfied with the possession of one wife. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 19 — Travel and Adventure By continence we mean to adopt neither one of the first two alternatives mentioned, but to leave the care of the sexual apparatus wholly with Nature. The Biology, Physiology and Sociology of Reproduction Also Sexual Hygiene with Special Reference to the Male But suppose celibacy in some cases, to be unavoidable, can a life of continence, in the fullest sense of the term, be favorable to health? The Young Man's Guide Too rigid continence is not unattended, in many constitutions, with danger, for the victory over passion may be dearly bought. The Physical Life of Woman: Advice to the Maiden, Wife and Mother They are the greatest practical argument in favor of continence, morality and marriage in the sex relation. Sex Avoided subjects Discussed in Plain English For the difference would not be discernible between temperance and continence, nor between intemperance and incontinence, in pleasure and desires, if the appetite and judgement were in the same portion of the soul. Plutarch's Morals The elements, escaping from their wonted continence, rage in fiercer war. The Scalp Hunters No cold ascetic this—no romantic savage, alike celebrated for silence and continence—but a true voluptuary, gay of thought and free of tongue—amorous, salacious, immoral. The War Trail The Hunt of the Wild Horse Female chastity is not insisted on as in the Mandingo and Soosoo districts, but the husband contents himself with the seeming continence of his mistresses. Captain Canot or, Twenty Years of an African Slaver The perfect carrying out of this general moral law implies continence on the part of the male adolescent until marriage. Sex Avoided subjects Discussed in Plain English Venus and Achilles is a pleasing picture; the continence of Scipio is well grouped, but Scipio, as in every picture I ever saw of him, has no expression. A Tour in Ireland 1776-1779 Now by continence we are knit together and brought back into union with that One from Whom we have wandered away after many things. On Prayer and The Contemplative Life On no other principle could we account for the cowardly continence of their revenge. The War Trail The Hunt of the Wild Horse A woman's virtue is her continence, and a man's virtues are truthfulness and courage. Despair's Last Journey Venereal disease, syphilis in particular, emphasizes the practical value of continence—quite aside from its moral one—in a manner which cannot be ignored! Sex Avoided subjects Discussed in Plain English Thus Castiglione, who is so often reminiscent of Plato and Aristotle, draws a contrast between continence, as the "conquest" of prudence, and temperance as its "beneficent rule." The Moral Economy The rash and unqualified statements concerning the immense benefits of continence, or the awful results of self-abuse, etc., frequently found in books for young people will occur to every one. The Task of Social Hygiene That continence and celibacy were wrong, as leading to the worst scandals; 3. Historical Sketches, Volume I (of 3) The Turks in Their Relation to Europe; Marcus Tullius Cicero; Apollonius of Tyana; Primitive Christianity They consult their genii, they fast, the married persons observe continence; and all to obtain a favourable dream. Traditions of the North American Indians, Vol. 2 Especially during adolescence, the easy observance of natural continence depends greatly on the proper functioning of the feminine genital organs. Sex Avoided subjects Discussed in Plain English He ordained everywhere clergymen, induced women to live in holy widowhood and continence, consecrated virgins to Christ, and instituted monks. The Lives of the Fathers, Martyrs, and Principal Saints January, February, March Hence, taking continence in this sense, as the Philosopher takes it, Christ, from the very fact that He had all virtue, had not continence, since it is not a virtue, but something less than virtue. Summa Theologica, Part III (Tertia Pars) From the Complete American Edition Strictly comply with all the rules laid down for the cultivation of chastity and the maintenance of continence. Plain Facts for Old and Young They lived in continence and abstinence, and had establishments similar to the monasteries of the early Christians. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Not every cleric’s turban is a proof of continence and knowledge; not every layman’s hat a sign of ignorance and immorality. The Secret of Divine Civilization On page 4 it warns its readers "not to forget this fact, celibacy, absolute continence from want of desire congenial or acquired, monkish asceticism are pathological states, diseased states of mind or body." The Red Conspiracy Temperance and continence also regard wicked desires, from which Christ was free. Summa Theologica, Part III (Tertia Pars) From the Complete American Edition We have shown that we can 'DO RIGHT' without prejudice to health by the exercise of continence. Plain Facts for Old and Young The third was occupied with offerings, expiatory sacrifices, and other religious rites, such as fasting, mourning, continence, etc. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry The governor's personal deserts were more solid, the public recognizing his retarding ratchet as the cause of the machine's continence and the lowered tax-rate. The Henchman I answer that, The word "continence" is taken by various people in two ways. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province This mode of explication implied a continence in me which he denied to be possible. Arthur Mervyn Or, Memoirs of the Year 1793 We had the key to her troubles at once, and ordered entire continence for a month. Plain Facts for Old and Young And lest the stains so contracted should continue after death, lustrations were used, fastings, expiations, macerations, continence, and above all, initiations. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Persons who discard continence in favor of what they believe to be some absolutely safe indulgence are so almost invariably deceived that the exceptions are not worth considering. The Third Great Plague A Discussion of Syphilis for Everyday People If, however, we take virtue in a broad sense, for any principle of commendable actions, we may say that continence is a virtue. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province And in both these ways perseverance is infused together with grace, even as continence and the other virtues are. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition Does not Produce Impotence.—It has been declared that strict continence would result in impotency. Plain Facts for Old and Young Scipio.—Fame has been, then, unjust to your merit, for little is said of the continence of Titus, but mine has been the favourite topic of eloquence in every age and country. Dialogues of the Dead Therefore continence would not have been praiseworthy in the state of innocence, whereas it is praiseworthy in our present state, not because it removes fecundity, but because it excludes inordinate desire. Summa Theologica, Part I (Prima Pars) From the Complete American Edition But continence is wont to be applied only to the use of venereal matters. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province As for himself, his continence was known to all men, and it was more easy for him to avoid courting the most celebrated beauties, than it is for others to get away from disagreeable objects. The Memorable Thoughts of Socrates He has only to practice the principles laid down for the maintenance of continence to entirely remove any such necessity should there be the slightest semblance of a real demand. Plain Facts for Old and Young This continence they in some measure owe to their poverty. The History of Sumatra Containing An Account Of The Government, Laws, Customs And Manners Of The Native Inhabitants Their names are worthy of the fame of a good memorial, for they were shining lights of holy poverty, obedience, continence, and daily toil. The Chronicle of the Canons Regular of Mount St. Agnes But continence is not about such like things, as stated in Ethic. vii, 5. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province "O most ill-timed, iron continence!" she wailed under her breath. The Yoke A Romance of the Days when the Lord Redeemed the Children of Israel from the Bondage of Egypt The fact that fecundation would be impossible during pregnancy, and that during this period the female, normally, has no sexual desire, are other powerful arguments in favor of perfect continence at this time. Plain Facts for Old and Young Generally the laws of health and sanitation as given in "Scouting for Boys," including dangers of smoking, in continence, want of ventilation, and lack of cleanliness. Outdoor Sports and Games It implied marriage delayed until there was reasonable hope that the normal family, four in number, could be comfortably supported, continence in the mean time being assumed. The Fertility of the Unfit Objection 1: It would seem that the subject of continence is the concupiscible power. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Most of us, when desire has failed, can manage to attain, unaided, the identification of understanding and conduct, can climb to the poor heights of a worn-out and withered continence. Preaching and Paganism But if rigid continence is maintained from the first, the struggle with the passions will not be nearly so severe as after they have once been allowed to gain the ascendency. Plain Facts for Old and Young The world does not perpetuate in its chronicles the continence of women; it is too small, too personal, too common to be noted. The City of Delight A Love Drama of the Siege and Fall of Jerusalem Moral restraint will cover those checks to conception, voluntarily practised in order to escape the burden and responsibility of rearing children—continence, delayed marriage, and intermittent restraint. The Fertility of the Unfit Wherefore it is manifest that continence is not in the concupiscible as its subject. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province He drew up a statement regarding sexual continence, and submitted it to leading physiologists for criticism so as to bring its phraseology wholly within the requirements of scientific precision. The Social Emergency Studies in Sex Hygiene and Morals Exercise.—Next to diet as an aid to continence, perhaps of equal importance with it, is exercise, both physical and mental. Plain Facts for Old and Young It is largely this remarkable function of sexual pleasure which is decisive in settling the argument of those who claim that continence is the only alternative to the animal end of marriage. Little Essays of Love and Virtue His moral restraint was delayed marriage with continence. The Fertility of the Unfit Objection 1: It would seem that continence is better than temperance. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province That a life of sexual continence is not consistent with the best physical health. The Social Emergency Studies in Sex Hygiene and Morals As we have both physical and mental chastity, so continence should be both mental and physical. Plain Facts for Old and Young Thus, while it is the rule for physicians to proclaim the advantages of sexual continence, there is no good reason to believe that they have themselves practised it in any eminent degree. Little Essays of Love and Virtue He saw in moral restraint only self-denial, constant continence, and entertained not a doubt, that the generative instinct would be cheated of its natural fruit. The Fertility of the Unfit As to continence, its claim to praise seems to lie rather in overcoming pleasures. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province They should learn the possibility and healthiness of continence—always understanding that mental continence is the prerequisite of physical continence. The Social Emergency Studies in Sex Hygiene and Morals The same relation also exists between mental and physical continence as between mental and physical chastity. Plain Facts for Old and Young A few years ago an inquiry among thirty-five distinguished physicians, chiefly German and Russian, showed that they were nearly all of opinion that continence is harmless, if not beneficial. Little Essays of Love and Virtue There can be no essential ethical difference between constant continence, prior to marriage, and intermittent continence subsequent to marriage, both practices having a similar motive. The Fertility of the Unfit Under the first head we must consider continence and incontinence. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Thou art a Brahmacharin without having ever fallen away from the rigid vow of continence. The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 4 Books 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18 Many of the observations on the subject of "Chastity" apply with equal force to continence. Plain Facts for Old and Young Such is the actual attitude towards the two least ideal forms of sexual practice—as distinguished from mere theory—on the part of the two professions which most definitely pronounce in favour of continence. Little Essays of Love and Virtue Conception is inhibited by means which do not necessitate continence, but which do necessitate some, and in many cases, a great amount of self-restraint. The Fertility of the Unfit Therefore continence and incontinence refer properly to desires for pleasures of touch. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province It was only saved from going under completely by decennial religious revivals, which for three months or so were followed by total abstinence and a fierce-eyed continence. Mrs. Warren's Daughter A Story of the Woman's Movement Without stopping to consider the various circumstances under which absolute continence is expedient, or desirable, or morally required, we will proceed at once to examine the question, Is continence harmful? Plain Facts for Old and Young Especially the Committee would call attention to the unfounded belief of many that continence in young men is injurious to health. Venereal Diseases in New Zealand (1922) Report of the Special Committee of the Board of Health appointed by the Hon. Minister of Health To the Pagans, the continence of the Christians was, next to their affection for each other, their most remarkable characteristic. Outspoken Essays Hence Tully either understood continence in a general sense, as including relative continence, or understood cupidity in a restricted sense as denoting desire for pleasures of touch. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province That, however, had been speedily lost in his rocketing passion, flaring out of a quiet continence into giddy spaces of unrestraint. The Three Black Pennys A Novel The Shakers claim to practice, as well as teach, such principles; and with the potent aids to continence previously specified, it might be found less difficult in realization than in thought. Plain Facts for Old and Young So presently Richard seemed aware of him, stopped in mid walk, and looking at him, said— 'Milo, continence is, I suppose, of all virtues the most excellent?' The Life and Death of Richard Yea-and-Nay The French boy consumed 1852.8 grains of carbon in his diet, but the Hindu female mendicant, who led a life of continence, consumed in her daily ration of potatoes 1587.6 grains of carbon. Five Years of Theosophy Hence continence may be ascribed to the reason as to its first mover, and incontinence to the concupiscible power: though both belong immediately to the will as their proper subject. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Today it hates the poor, and mysticism dies in a clergy which checks ardent thoughts and preaches sobriety of mind, continence of postulation, common sense in prayer, bourgeoisie of the soul! Là-bas This disease is the result of sexual excesses of any kind; it is common in married men who have abused the marriage relation, when they are forced to temporary continence from any cause. Plain Facts for Old and Young There were, however, two things which particularly served to allay any foul suspicion: his own love for his niece, and my former reputation for continence. Historia Calamitatum The remedy for all these evils is continence, and it has been our object to show its necessity, for it was the object of this article. Five Years of Theosophy Therefore continence is a greater virtue than temperance. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province "That proves that continence is hard to bear in solitude," said Des Hermies. Là-bas The same writer claims "that no peculiar disease nor any abridgment of the duration of life can be ascribed to such continence." Plain Facts for Old and Young In what sobriety and continence these men lived it is not for me to prove by illustration, lest I should seem to instruct Minerva herself. Historia Calamitatum I am doomed to stop short of that continence. The Works of Charles Lamb in Four Volumes, Volume 4 Hence continence is compared to temperance, as the imperfect to the perfect. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Yet, when I feel my hour is come to die, And so I am secured of continence, Then may I say, though haply then in vain, “My only, only Love, O, take me back again!” The Unknown Eros So strong a habit of continence may be formed that this alone will be a bulwark against vice. Plain Facts for Old and Young In the popular view, continence, self-control, is adherence to our formed judgment. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 13 — Religion and Philosophy He concludes that it is desirable that continence should be preserved as long as possible in order to strengthen the physical health and to develop the intelligence and character. Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 6 Sex in Relation to Society Therefore virginity is not greater than conjugal continence. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province He professed to be able to recognize continence by the odor, as well as the most favorable moment for approaching a woman. Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 4 Sexual Selection In Man Indeed, during periods of continence in later life, when the sexual tension has been very strong, I have had very few such emissions. Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 3 Analysis of the Sexual Impulse; Love and Pain; The Sexual Impulse in Women To prolong the period of continence in a boy's life is to prolong the period of growth. Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 1 The Evolution of Modesty; The Phenomena of Sexual Periodicity; Auto-Erotism He was very certain that his troubles were not due to his continence, but all treatment failed and there were no spontaneous emissions. Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 6 Sex in Relation to Society Without doubt therefore virginity is preferable to conjugal continence. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province There speaks a very pious, loving, humble soul I think, with an ascetical continence too—and a beautiful love and reverence. The Bed-Book of Happiness The Yogis are advocates of continence and chastity, and have learned to control the animal passions. The Hindu-Yogi Science Of Breath He then adds: "It is desirable that those called to the ministry of the altar espouse a life of continence because holier and more angelic." A Short History of Monks and Monasteries Savages, also, are perfectly well aware how valuable sexual continence is, in combination with fasting and solitude, to acquire the aptitude for abnormal spiritual powers. Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 6 Sex in Relation to Society In this sense perfect continence is virginity in the first place, and widowhood in the second. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Evelyn remembered that when she had sent Owen away before, he had said, "Sexual continence at best is not the whole of morality; from your use of the word one would think that it was." Evelyn Innes Absolute obedience to the Rules of the Order; absolute poverty of material possessions; absolute sexual continence—these were the conditions of membership to be observed by both Neophyte and Initiate, as well as High-degree Master. Mystic Christianity Shame him by your continence.—Be thou virtuously disposed, that the detractor may not have it in his power to indulge his malignity. The Persian Literature, Comprising The Shah Nameh, The Rubaiyat, The Divan, and The Gulistan, Volume 2 The conception of life-long continence as an ideal has also gone; at the best it is regarded as a mere matter of personal preference. Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 6 Sex in Relation to Society Therefore desires for pleasures of touch are not the proper matter of continence. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Here continence in nervous force, expressed by low relief and restraint in tone, is carried to its ultimate point. The Art of the Moving Picture It is objected to No. 4, that continence implies evil desires to be controlled; while temperance means the character fully harmonized. Moral Science; a Compendium of Ethics Neither his young women nor his holy men are overdrawn a jot: they have the continence of Nature. Masters of the English Novel A Study of Principles and Personalities It will be seen that asceticism by no means necessarily involves perpetual continence. Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 6 Sex in Relation to Society Therefore continence and incontinence are also about that same matter. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Patience, temperance, continence, reserve, self-control, amenity, deference, gentleness, politeness, sobriety, chastity, completed and finished Barkilphedro. The Man Who Laughs Here, again, Aristotle denies that sticking to one's opinions is, per se, continence. Moral Science; a Compendium of Ethics There are few to appreciate an exquisite temperance, an exquisite virgin modesty, continence, and reserve, whether in thought or art. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 11, No. 63, January, 1863 He to whom the gift of continence is not given," he said in his Table Talk, "will not become chaste by fasting and vigils. Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 6 Sex in Relation to Society Objection 1: It would seem that continence is not a virtue. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province The French Revolution made the one crisis in Wordsworth's mental history, the one heavy assault on his continence of soul, and when he emerged from it all his greatness remained to him. Studies in Literature For instance: it is very generally believed that the struggle for continence is greatly eased by continual and even exhausting physical activity. Sex and Common-Sense These, as they were peculiar acts of continence, so were they as absolutely checks of curiosity, which never sleeps in youthful breasts when beauty elicits admiration. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 20, No. 572, October 20, 1832 In relation to male continence, therefore, Noyes thought the community might fairly be considered "the Committee of Providence to test its value in actual life." Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 6 Sex in Relation to Society Others, however, understand continence as signifying that whereby a man resists evil desires, which in him are vehement. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Moralists have perhaps not realized how much continence is due to a narrowness of aesthetic taste. Vanishing Roads and Other Essays But the man or woman who works hard at some congenial and absorbing task—especially if it be creative work—finds the virtue of continence well within his grasp without exhaustion and without asceticism. Sex and Common-Sense It is in the genial atmosphere of this noble communion of sentiment and affection that the virtue of continence comes forth in all its dazzling splendour. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 20, No. 572, October 20, 1832 Noyes believed that "male continence" had never previously been a definitely recognized practice based on theory, though there might have been occasional approximation to it. Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 6 Sex in Relation to Society Objection 1: It would seem that desires for pleasures of touch are not the matter of continence. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province But the most extraordinary trait in the character of these red men is their continence. Travels in the United States of America Commencing in the Year 1793, and Ending in 1797. With the Author's Journals of his Two Voyages Across the Atlantic. The muscular Christian who believes that continence is achieved by physical fatigue is as short-sighted as he who would treat the whole matter as a purely ethical problem. Sex and Common-Sense Chastity in women may be said to arise more from attention to worldly motives than deference to moral obligation: there is not so much continence amongst men, because there is not the same restriction. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 19, No. 532, February 4, 1832 It is a tradition of romantic concession to good and inoffensive women and a high development of that personal morality which puts sexual continence and alcoholic temperance before any public virtue. An Englishman Looks at the World Therefore continence does not properly regard the desires for pleasures of touch. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province We admire the simplicity of the critics who can read his plays, and then find himself a model of continence and virtue. The Poetical Works of John Dryden, Volume 1 With Life, Critical Dissertation, and Explanatory Notes Clemens of Alexandria mentions Buddhist pyramids, the Buddhist habit of depositing certain bones in them, the Buddhist practice of foretelling events, the Buddhist practice of continence, the Buddhist Semnai or holy virgins. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 07, No. 42, April, 1861 For continence, which so many thousands of men and virgins have maintained, is not impossible. The Confutatio Pontificia This characterisation of the greater continence in the use of stimulants practised by the women of the reputable classes may seem an excessive refinement of logic at the expense of common sense. Theory of the Leisure Class Therefore continence is not properly about the desires for pleasures of touch. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province How oft have I preached to you caution, if not continence? Ivanhoe He was the victim of his strange principles, of his continence, of his blind belief in himself, of his solemn veneration for the voice of his boundless ignorance. An Outcast of the Islands Hence, since sacerdotal continence has been commanded by the pontiffs and revealed by God and promised to God, by the priest in a special vow, it must not be rejected. The Confutatio Pontificia Therefore the base classes, primarily the women, practice an enforced continence with respect to these stimulants, except in countries where they are obtainable at a very low cost. Theory of the Leisure Class Therefore no virtue can be equalled to continence. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province As therefore the state of man now is; what wisdom can there be to choose, what continence to forbear without the knowledge of evil? Areopagitica A speech for the Liberty of Unlicensed Printing to the Parliament of England For his misfortune, they were so strongly persuaded of his continence, that the possibility of his harbouring indecent thoughts never once entered their imaginations. The Monk; a romance Moreover, sacerdotal continence was foreshadowed also in the Old Testament, for Moses commanded those who were to receive the law not to approach their wives until the third day, Ex 19:15. The Confutatio Pontificia Thus was female continence not a thing decreed by Heaven or "natural law," but was begotten of brute force. Brann the Iconoclast — Volume 01 Therefore continence is a greater virtue than temperance. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Sobriety and continence being more or less in evidence the assumption is that all the requirements have been fulfilled. The Conquest of Fear The marriage relation is held very lightly and continence and chastity are not in their sight virtues. The Long Labrador Trail Besides, her continence in remaining a widow at her tender age commanded general esteem. Hung Lou Meng, Book II Or, the Dream of the Red Chamber, a Chinese Novel in Two Books As an ideal it reverses the natural relation of the sexes; as an example it is worse than worthless, for instead of inspiring emulation the young Hebrew's heroic continence only provokes contempt. Brann the Iconoclast — Volume 01 Therefore continence is not a part of temperance. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Truly a commendable continence! and such as Scipio himself must have applauded. The Poetical Works of Alexander Pope, Volume 2 She served us our amber cup with the same persistent, almost sullen, self- continence. Earthwork out of Tuscany Being Impressions and Translations of Maurice Hewlett With all its color and fierce action, a certain Greek continence pervades it. Complete Prose Works Specimen Days and Collect, November Boughs and Goodbye My Fancy Again, they tell us that "assuredly continence is not, and never will be, the principal" method. Birth Control A Statement of Christian Doctrine against the Neo-Malthusians If, then, virginity were preferable to conjugal continence, it would seem to follow that every virgin is to be praised more than any married woman. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province In what other young man of twenty-one may you look to find such continence? Jurgen A Comedy of Justice Were such continence to be practiced, there is no doubt that it would be a most effective check upon the birth rate. Woman and the New Race "O household of Bishr," rejoined the Imam, "I shall never cease to quafl full draughts of piety and continence from your hearts." The Book of the Thousand Nights and One Night, Volume II The power of continence must establish the legitimacy of freedom, the power of self-poise the perfection of motion. Woman in the Ninteenth Century and Kindred Papers Relating to the Sphere, Condition and Duties, of Woman. But every vice makes a man sorrowful about the opposite spiritual good: for the lustful man is sorrowful about the good of continence, and the glutton about the good of abstinence. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province "And note thou, oh reader," says Villani, "the virtue of such a citizen, who, not being rich in substance, had yet such continence and loyalty for his state." Val d'Arno Absolute continence was the ideal of the early Christian church for all of its communicants, as shall be seen in another chapter. Woman and the New Race The Indians informed them that the mines lay among distant mountains; and that when they went in quest of it they were obliged to practice rigorous fasting and continence. The Life and Voyages of Christopher Columbus (Volume II) To take but one instance, the Essenians in Judaea, near the Dead Sea and the Therapeutes in Egypt, practised continence, eschewed all bloody sacrifices, encouraged celibacy, and extreme abstemiousness in eating and drinking. The Sceptics of the Old Testament: Job - Koheleth - Agur For as long as any carnal concupiscence remains, that can be restrained by continence, man cannot love God with all his heart. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province It is situated upon a neck of land at the continence of Ashley and Cooper rivers, which are large and navigable, and wash at least two third parts of the town. An Historical Account of the Rise and Progress of the Colonies of South Carolina and Georgia, Volume 2 To enforce continence upon those whose natures do not demand it, is an injustice, the cruelty and the danger of which has been underestimated rather than exaggerated. Woman and the New Race This rhetoric implies continence and basic economy of effort; it is like an agile man, lightly clothed and free of motion. Youth and Egolatry It seemed to him that men need to live closer to Nature, that a simpler diet is necessary to salvation, and less clothing, and greater sexual continence. Impressions and Comments Luther went still farther, and declared that the chastity enjoined upon the monk was only possible if he possessed the special gift of continence spoken of by St. Paul. Life of Luther During the feast they abstain from bathing for eight days, do not eat the meat of wild babi, nor salt; and continence is the rule. Through Central Borneo; an Account of Two Years' Travel in the Land of Head-Hunters Between the Years 1913 and 1917 Rather it is with the mass of humanity, who practice continence under some sort of compulsion. Woman and the New Race Because I advocate complete continence for SATYAGRAHIS, I am always trying to find out the best diet for the celibate. Autobiography of a Yogi Nothing so paralyzes his force of Will as to be told that some men have from God the gift of continence, and others have it not. Memoir and Letters of Francis W. Newman You have a remedy in your own heart against all trials--continence as a bulwark against passion, patience against opposition, fortitude against pain. Seekers after God Her virtue continence, her labour patience, her diet abstinence, and her care conscience. Character Writings of the 17th Century Thousands of well-intentioned people who agree that there are times and conditions under which it is woman's highest duty to avoid having children advocate continence as the one permissible means of birth control. Woman and the New Race But in the pursuit of the most heroic friendship, or the most sovereign passion, the youth discovers that a certain continence is necessary. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 02, No. 11, September, 1858 The confessor told D'Ailleboust, that, if he persuaded his wife to break her vow of continence, "God would chastise him terribly." The Jesuits in North America in the Seventeenth Century Preliminary fasting and continence were observed, and every effort made that superstition could suggest to discover who would be the lucky thrower and who could aid the caster by his presence at the contest. Indian Games : an historical research Why was it that virtue, continence, corroded the heart? Cytherea Others urge continence for periods varying from a few weeks to many years. Woman and the New Race And as all do not have the gift of continence, many because of weakness are unsuccessfully continent. Apology of the Augsburg Confession I have insisted again and again in these pages that continence is perfectly possible for unmarried men. Men Women and God He passed thus many years with her in continence, with which she had inspired him, and they died most holily on the same day. The Life and Legends of Saint Francis of Assisi There must be mutual consideration and self-control: the need for self-restraint and continence does not disappear with the entry upon marital relations: it is if anything intensified. Religious Reality The Rev. Dr. Thomas Robert Malthus, who in 1798 issued the first of those works which exemplified what is called the Malthusian doctrine, also advocated celibacy or absolute continence until middle age. Woman and the New Race For as they here give the command to seek continence of God, and to weaken the body by labors and hunger, why do they not proclaim these magnificent commandments to themselves? Apology of the Augsburg Confession This does not imply that married life does not call for the exercise of self-restraint and continence, in this as in other respects. Men Women and God The medical books tell me that the use of alcohol tends to break down self-control, and to make continence impossible. Sylvia's Marriage Sultan Saladin being anxious to measure the continence of devises, took two into his palace, and for a long time fed them on the most succulent food. The Physiology of Taste In the same category as the "safe period," as a method of birth control, must be placed so-called "male continence." Woman and the New Race Therefore this vow is not lawful in those who do not have the gift of continence, but who are polluted on account of weakness. Apology of the Augsburg Confession One great Church in Christendom replies, "By continence, and by no other method." Men Women and God After twenty, continence is a moral duty; it is an important duty, for it teaches us to control ourselves, to be masters of our own appetites. Emile The subject of this performance was the famous story of Scipio's continence and virtue, in restoring the fair captive to her lover. The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle Loathing, disgust or indifference to the sex relationship nearly always lies behind the advocacy to continence except for the conscious purpose of creating children. Woman and the New Race Does not Paul here command those who have not the gift of continence to marry? Apology of the Augsburg Confession But continence for a man living in the same house with a woman whom he loves, and with whom he has had experience of sexual intimacy, is a very different thing. Men Women and God Within, a heavy coat of white-wash seems befitting to the simple forms of the "Transition," or quite earliest "Pointed," style, to its remarkable continence of spirit, its uniformity, and cleanness of build. Miscellaneous Studies; a series of essays The ceremonies lasted eight days, during which the strictest continence was practised. The Golden Bough For all that, an increasing number of persons, mostly women, are advocating continence within marriage. Woman and the New Race If continence were possible to all, it would not require a peculiar gift. Apology of the Augsburg Confession There need be no evil effects from continence. Men Women and God Herein is found the explanation of the eagerness with which the Celts everywhere, but particularly in Ireland, as soon as Christianity was preached to them, rushed to a life of perfection and continence. Irish Race in the Past and the Present In the island of Mabuiag continence was imposed on the people both before they went to hunt the dugong and while the turtles were pairing. The Golden Bough The Oneida Community, a religious group comprising about 130 men and 150 women, which occupied a part of an old Indian reservation in the state of New York, were the chief exponents of "male continence." Woman and the New Race Now such continence is easy to those who are good and occupied. Apology of the Augsburg Confession It is actually believed in many quarters, and half believed in many more, that continence is bad for a man. Men Women and God Why, then, does he not also leave justice to them to whom he leaves prudence, fortitude, and continence; since whatever they do well according to the said virtue, they do also justly? Complete Works of Plutarch — Volume 3: Essays and Miscellanies But when he was about to snare martens, the period of continence was cut down to ten days. The Golden Bough They are sent back without being given information as to how to prevent the dangerous pregnancy and are expected, presumably, to depend for their safety upon the husband's continence. Woman and the New Race Nevertheless we do not find fault with temperance or continence, but we have said above that exercises and mortifications of the body are necessary. Apology of the Augsburg Confession But one whereby pleasure and voluptuousness may be resisted and opposed, I see: continence. Meditations "Beget children," he exclaims, "the Republic needs them. continence is the virtue of fools." The French Revolution - Volume 3 To this day some of the Indian tribes of Central America practise continence for the purpose of thereby promoting the growth of the crops. The Golden Bough Shall this woman continue to be forced into a life of unnatural continence which further aggravates her ill health and produces constant discord? Woman and the New Race But now we are disputing concerning the law and concerning those who do not have the gift of continence. Apology of the Augsburg Confession For him who is perfect in continence, the reward is valour and virility. The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: the Book of the Spiritual Man So St. Paul would we should gird our loins, which betokeneth lechery or other sinfulness, with a girdle, which is to be taken for a restraint or continence from such vices. Sermons on the Card They also fast much, eat no salt, and are bound to strict continence. The Golden Bough Here again, continence must give way, as a method of birth control, to contraceptives. Woman and the New Race But this great crowd of unemployed priests which is in the fraternities cannot afford, in this voluptuousness, even this Levitical continence, as the facts show. Apology of the Augsburg Confession That lay in a dead palsy, and to dote On that sweet countenance; but in that look There speaketh so divine a continence As cuts off all lascivious and vain hope. The Duchess of Malfi And some religious persons make a profession of continence or chastity, and yet not in truth, their hearts be not truly chaste. Sermons on the Card The arbitrary and pernicious dictum of total continence probably also explains the mental inequality of the sexes. Anarchism and Other Essays Summing it all up, then, continence may meet the needs of a few natures, but it does not meet the needs of the masses. Woman and the New Race Dr. Robertson, in his 'Inventories of Queen Mary,' refutes this slander, which he deems as baseless as the fables against Knox's own continence. The Valet's tragedy, and other studies I don't injure anyone, I keep my flesh in purity and continence, I observe the fasts, I eat at fitting times. The Witch and other stories There be many bachelors, as yet men unmarried, which seem to be girt with the girdle of continence, and yet it is not in truth, it is but feignedly. Sermons on the Card Her Grace," said the curate, "hath set a comely example of continence to her subjects, and will doubtless do justice on this inhospitable robber. Kenilworth Such continence as is involved in dependence upon the so-called "safe period" for family limitation will harm no one. Woman and the New Race Our society is organized on chastity and continence prior to marriage, purity and constancy after marriage. The Foundations of Personality The Christian followed on the Jewish and Egyptian Churches, and in this way a great tradition of sexual continence and anti-pagan morality came right down the centuries even into modern times. Pagan and Christian creeds: their origin and meaning I ask you, what good did their scrubbing, their snow-white clothes, and their continence do them? Commentary on the Epistle to the Galatians At that time an angel of the Lord appeared to Jacob, and he spoke: 'Rachel will bear only two sons, for she rejected the espousal of her husband, and chose continence! The Legends of the Jews — Volume 2 The theory, however, interesting as it may be when considered as "continence," is not to be relied upon as a method of birth control. Woman and the New Race The rapidly increasing age of marriage means simply that continence will be more and more difficult, for I am not one of those who believe that the repression of this vital instinct is without harm. The Foundations of Personality They prayed: "Endow them with continence and fruitfulness, and vouchsafe that their hearts may rejoice looking upon their sons and daughters." Anna Karenina Q. Does the law of nature prescribe continence? The Ruins, or, Meditation on the Revolutions of Empires and the Law of Nature "Ah, Adrian, Adrian! when will you learn my continence!" said Stephen, solemnly stroking his grey beard. Rienzi, Last of the Roman Tribunes As a means of birth control, continence is as impracticable for most people as it is undesirable. Woman and the New Race Fear of venereal disease impels many a man to continence who otherwise would follow his desire. The Foundations of Personality Do not the best of men and the most devout women there look upon continence as ridiculous? The Country Doctor But as I am a person, Sir Rowland, you must not attribute my yielding to any sinister appetite or indigestion of widowhood; nor impute my complacency to any lethargy of continence. The Way of the World As to love, his counsel was to abstain rigidly from familiarity with beautiful persons; for he observed that it was not easy to be in communication with such persons, and observe continence. The Journal of Abnormal Psychology, Volume 10 His theological training naturally inclined him to favor continence—not so much from its practicability, perhaps, as because he believed that it was the only possible method. Woman and the New Race Chastity and continence receive the praise of the religious of the world, as well as of the ascetic-minded of all types, yet the majority of men, in theory accepting this ideal, reject it in practice. The Foundations of Personality Well, and a continence in regard to matters sexual so great that nothing of the sort shall prevent him from doing his duty? The Memorabilia This continence is all dissembled; this is in order to have something to brag of the next time he makes court to Millamant, and swear he has abandoned the whole sex for her sake. The Way of the World He said: I think I take your meaning fully, Socrates, about these matters; and for myself, examining my heart, I am further satisfied, I have sufficient continence and self-command in those respects. The Economist What is the result of forcing continence upon those who are not fitted or do not desire to practice it? Woman and the New Race The elaboration of the sex impulses and desires into the purposes of marriage, the repression into lifelong continence and chastity, forms one of the most marvelous of chapters in the psychological history of man. The Foundations of Personality But the ideas of continence and disregard were unpleasant ideas to Prothero that day. The Research Magnificent Few of these people agree with one another, however, as to what continence is. Woman and the New Race Still others are thinking of Karezza, or male continence, as it is sometimes called. Woman and the New Race Virtually all of the dangers to health involved in absolute continence are involved also in the practice of continence broken only when it is desired to bring a child into the world. Woman and the New Race The majority of physicians and sex psychologists hold that the practice of absolute continence is, for the greater part of the human race, an absurdity. Woman and the New Race For young men and women under certain ages, statistics and the preponderance of medical opinion agree that continence is highly advisable, in many cases seemingly altogether necessary to future happiness. Woman and the New Race This stimulation becomes destructive irritation in ordinary forms of continence. Woman and the New Race Few who advocate the doctrine of absolute continence live up to it strictly. Woman and the New Race From the necessity of contraceptives and from the dangers of this limited continence certain persons are, of course, relieved. Woman and the New Race |
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