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... virginity . Since it is well known that the hymen may be lost as a result of many activities ( without actual loss of virginity ) , and since hymenal bleeding itself is quite variable , the ability to convince a husband of one's virginity ...
... virginity . Since it is well known that the hymen may be lost as a result of many activities ( without actual loss of virginity ) , and since hymenal bleeding itself is quite variable , the ability to convince a husband of one's virginity ...
Page 95
... virginity only when it led to physical intercourse . Indeed , the language used to describe the relationship of virgins with Christ is replete with sexual symbolism . Jerome tells how Christ ( the Bridegroom ) was always with them ( the ...
... virginity only when it led to physical intercourse . Indeed , the language used to describe the relationship of virgins with Christ is replete with sexual symbolism . Jerome tells how Christ ( the Bridegroom ) was always with them ( the ...
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... virginity . Defending the proposition that marriage should receive a " goodness " value of 30 , widowhood a score of 60 , and virginity a score of 100 , he explained : " . . . the married man abstains only from one that is not his , the ...
... virginity . Defending the proposition that marriage should receive a " goodness " value of 30 , widowhood a score of 60 , and virginity a score of 100 , he explained : " . . . the married man abstains only from one that is not his , the ...
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