Chastity Quote by Alex Comfort
“We may eventually come to realize that chastity is no more a virtue than malnutrition.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Ethics of Sexuality, 1972
Chastity is not inherently virtuous any more than malnutrition, suggesting that moral judgments should be based on health and well‑being rather than tradition.
In simple terms: Chastity isn’t automatically good.
Key Takeaway
Assess moral values by their impact on health.
Themes
ethics
health
morality
tradition
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- Medical advice
- sexual education
- public policy
- personal choices
Key Concepts
Virtue ethics
bodily autonomy
well‑being
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we redefine virtue in modern contexts?
- What role should health play in moral judgments?
A Different Perspective
Cultural resistance may oppose such re‑evaluation.
