masturbating is a sin or not?
139830
We're all w*nkers! lol\nHow much sex you're getting is irrelevant. I do it whenever and wherever possible, including before, during and after sex...oh yeah!!!
1050825
What is sin? Is it not a mans invention? I don't no what sin is, so i cannot sin, because i don't believe that sin exist. I can do things that  i know is wrong because it destructs.
855757
No.  It's not a choice and it's not a sin.
253438
Don't feel bad. People jump to conclusions all of the time. I made the mistake of asking "Is masturbating a sin?" Not because I was doing it, but because I wanted a biblical answer to a question I was asked. I gave details, but some people acted like I was doing it. I just wanted an answer I still haven't gotten. So don't take it personally. Some people just aren't that smart (ato put it nicely).
374744
a sin is something (a belief or action) that seperates us from God. the Bible, which is Gods word, teaches that people are not reborn and that there is a heaven and a hell. believing otherwise is contradictory to what God has told us, so that would seperate us from him. so yes.
881667
It's not bad for your health.  It wont make you go blind or have hairy palms or make your thing smaller or any of that other crap.  As for the sin thing, each religion has its own teachings, so it's basically whatever you believe, but I don't believe it is wrong.  It simply releases tension.\n\nWhere it would become a problem, is if it consumes most of your free time, or it is controlling your life.  Like, if you've called off work (or not gone to school) to stay home and beat it, thats excessive.  If you have no other interests, or it interferes with other activities you once enjoyed, that's when it might become a problem.\nOn the other hand, if you like to rub one out before you go to sleep at night or when you wake up with morning wood, that's no problem... its healthy and natural and perfectly harmless.
1161554
Sex was created to feel good for reproduction purposes. Sex feels fantastic (with the right person!) so the human race will never die. Masturbation is used for self fulfillment so I do think it is a sin. we were put on earth to be fruitful not fruit juice all in hand (lol it was funny to me) for a female if you've had penetration and your hymen is no longer there then you're no longer a virgin but if you're just rubbing your c.l.i.t then you're still a virgin whether you c.u.m or not doesn't "de-virgin" you its the actual penetration and no its not the same as fornication self pleasure controls you to limit who you have sex with...trust me 9 out of 10 you will please yourself better anyway
1117748
At the risk of sounding like a jerk, I'm going to give you a straight-forward answer to your question, even tho' I don't usually do that sort of thing and I don't find anything wrong with masturbation:\n\nIf you are serious about quitting your masturbation habit, then treat it like a substance addiction.  Recognize that any tho't or emotion that suggests the future practice of masturbation is the addiction talking, and that it is not a part of you, but rather something living inside your mind.  Just ignore it.\n\nFor more information, visit the Rational Recovery website at http://www.rational.org/
1006391
Here's the reference from which most people conclude that mastrubation is wrong:\nhttp://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?book_id=1&chapter=38&version=31&context=chapter\nThey draw an analogy between what Onan did (ejaculating without the intent of procreation) and mastrubation (which is just that).  However, some scholars believe that God put Onan to death because he did not fulfill his responsibility to his late brother's wife (in spite of being told to do so by God himself).  There are also other parts of the Bible that suggest that semen causes things to become impure, like this one:\nhttp://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Leviticus%2015:17\nAs far as I know, the Christian restriction on mastrubation is a recommendation inferred from the Bible.  The case against mastrubation is not totally clear, but there's enough room for doubt as to its acceptability.  I hope this answers your question!
1140701
MASTURBATION is an expression of lusting over someone. No scripture tells us that masturbation is a sin.\n\nKeep growing in the Lord Jesus and you will find later that this habit will stop.\n\nConnect with strong Christian men in your locality. \n\nALL THE BEST.
279301
its a valid question.  i don't think it is sick or inappropriate.  it seems unlikely that, being male, he wouldn't have ever.  on the other hand, people claim that mastrubation is a sin and jesus committed no sins.  i guess it basically boils down to whether you believe only in the historical jesus (as i do), or believe in the literal truth of the bible and a divine jesus.  \n\ni'm afraid that the discussion is going to have to end with each group simply asserting the belief of their camp, unless there is any further evidence one way or the other - bible passages, historical testimony, archaeological evidence, etc.
763027
I'd say fornication isn't so much a "sin" as it's a distraction from things you should be doing with your time that'd be more constructive.  Yes it's fun, but where is it getting you?\n\nSo no, it wouldn't piss God off that you don't feel guilty.  Just focus on being productive in the future.\n\nMaybe that'd be a good leaflet for my church.  "F*@k, but then go read a book."
626321
First, are you truly saved?  Have you accepted Jesus as your savior and applied His blood to cover your sins?\n\nSexually, He says fornication is a sin.  What you want to do..is sinful.\n\nRead your bible, speak to your pastor...that's better than a lot of answers you'll find here.
498032
No, and I don't understand why people keep asking this quesion.  There is absolutely nothing wrong with masturbating and it can be good for you, especially if you aren't getting lucky.
1055958
Masturbation (for both men and women) is haraam (forbidden) in Islam based on the following evidence:\n\n    First from the Qur'aan:\n\n    Imam Shafi'i stated that masturbation is forbidden based on the following verses from the Qur'aan (interpretation of the meaning):\n\n    "And those who guard their chastity (i.e. private parts, from illegal sexual acts). Except from their wives or (the captives and slaves) that their right hands possess, - for them, they are free from blame. But whoever seeks beyond that, then those are the transgressors." 23.5-7 Here the verses are clear in forbidding all illegal sexual acts (including masturbation) except for the wives or that their right hand possess. And whoever seeks beyond that is the transgressor.\n    "And let those who find not the financial means for marriage keep themselves chaste, until Allah enriches them of His bounty." 24.33. This verse also clearly orders whoever does not have the financial means to marry to keep himself chaste and be patient in facing temptations (including masturbation) until Allah enriches them of His bounty.\n\n    Secondly, from the Sunnah of the Prophet  (peace be upon him):\n    Abdullaah ibn Mas'ood said, "We were with the Prophet while we were young and had no wealth whatsoever. So Allah's Messenger said, "O young people! Whoever among you can marry, should marry, because it helps him lower his gaze and guard his modesty (i.e. his private parts from committing illegal sexual intercourse etc.), and whoever is not able to marry, should fast, as fasting diminishes his sexual power." Bukhari:5066. The hadeeth orders men who are not able to marry to fast despite the hardship encountered in doing so, and not to masturbate despite the ease with which it can be done.\n    There are additional evidences that can be cited to support this ruling on masturbation, but due to the limited space we will not go through them here. Allah knows what is best and most correct.
647705
Masturbation is definitely a healthy sexual activity. It is one way for you to enjoy your own body, and to give yourself sexual pleasure. It can also tune you in to your own sexual likes and dislikes. You then have the choice of sharing that information with a sexual partner to enhance a sexual relationship. Mutual masturbation, when two people masturbate in front of each other, can also be arousing, and is a great alternative to intercourse without the risk of transmission of sexually transmitted diseases or risk of pregnancy.\n\n\nMasturbation is a perfectly healthy activity, whether a person is female or male. Although some people may worry that masturbation is harmful, it actually is one of the body's most effective ways to relieve stress.\n\nIt is too bad that so many people worry about masturbation. The majority of girls and boys masturbate. In fact, women and men masturbate throughout their lives, whether or not they are in sexual relationships with other people. But because masturbation is so misunderstood, the majority of people who masturbate have unnecessary guilty feelings and shame about it. This shame and guilt can lead to difficulties in a person's sense of self-esteem and in a person's relationships with other people.\n\nWhile many religious leaders teach that masturbation or any other sexual activity outside of marriage is sinful, it is entirely a matter of personal belief. Their claims that masturbation is physically and emotionally dangerous for young people, however, have no basis in fact.
319124
No\n\nOf course knowing your nakedness is a sin.  Before Adam and Eve had knowledge of their nakedness they didn't know it was dirty and wicked.