Theology of the Body

abstinence

refrain from something, such as sexual activity before marriage

chastity

it helps us use our bodies to express love in purity and truthfulness

concupiscence

an effect of Original Sin; tendency we have toward sin

lust

a vice that causes people to view others as objects for sexual abuse

Male and Female He Created Them

God’s plan was for sex and the relationship of marriage to communicate love between a husband and wife

modesty

this virtue is about how you present yourself with respectful, healthy focus on your body and soul; how you dress, speak, and act

sex

Being a male or a female; made in God’s image. Also, acts of physical intimacy.