In the Roman Catholic church neither monks nor priests can marry. Both have taken vows devoting themselves to God. The Church believes that a wife will detract from this duty.
By the way, Greek Orthodox and Anglican priests can marry.
Why aren't monks allowed to marry?
Are priests allowed to marry?
-MC
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OK, I was just wondering because i read this in my book and i was confused...thanks
-MC
-MC
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