Abstinence, Balance, and Political Control in Mesoamerica

Authors

Jeanne L. Gillespie, University of Southern MississippiFollow

Document Type

Book Chapter

Publication Date

11-1-2007

School

Social Science and Global Studies

Abstract

Mesoamericans celebrated sexuality, which placed them in opposition to Catholic priests. The cultures manifested a connection between abstinence, purity, and uncleanliness caused by excess and imbalance due to a lack of sexual moderation.

Publication Title

Celibacy and Religious Traditions

First Page

301

Last Page

314

Recommended Citation

Gillespie, J. (2007). Abstinence, Balance, and Political Control in Mesoamerica. Celibacy and Religious Traditions, 301-314.
Available at: https://aquila.usm.edu/fac_pubs/21138