“This example is to be contrasted with that of the celibate who decides that the most fulfilling life for him will be one of abstinence.”

“The Church in England has already relaxed its celibacy rules by allowing married Anglican priests to convert and remain in holy orders.”

“It's startling to see putatively liberal moviemakers portray celibacy as a noble, selfless, even rational endeavor.”

“Other males and male offspring have no recourse but either to accept celibacy, look elsewhere, or kill the father.”

“The leaves are said to be invigorating and an aphrodisiac and, therefore, not to be used by celibates and ascetics.”

“And it seems odd for celibates, of all people, to instruct the rest of us about the relations of the sexes.”

“Most current priests, he claims, aren't miserable as celibates, and they're no more emotionally immature than most men.”