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1) Chastity is the virtue that engages the erotic dimension of relationships, integrating it with respect for the whole person, which can only take place in marriage.

2) Though it involves a “no”, it’s in service to an ultimate “yes” of giving and accepting the gift of another in relationship.

3) Without chastity, it’s impossible for a person to make a total gift of self in marriage or a partial gift of self in any other relationship.