Most religions require sacrifice of something considered normal, delicious or maiming of the body. Like not reading a certain type of meat, not drinking alcohol or cutting ones foreskin.
It’s s test of dedication which, if embraced, will bond one to the cult. Not masturbating can be seen in a similar way. It’s just asceticism rebranded.
Most religions require sacrifice of something considered normal, delicious or maiming of the body. Like not reading a certain type of meat, not drinking alcohol or cutting ones foreskin.
It’s s test of dedication which, if embraced, will bond one to the cult. Not masturbating can be seen in a similar way. It’s just asceticism rebranded.