Theology of the Body in Simple Language

by Pope John Paul II

Division can sneak into the heart of an unmarried person, too. If a man or woman is single, but with no clear purpose—with no special dedication to the kingdom—life can seem empty. Paul is well aware of this, and advises singles either to marry or dedicate themselves fully to God.

He reveals two complementary vocations by which man makes a gift of himself: sacramental marriage and celibacy for the kingdom.

All that we have been describing—this total vision of man—has its ultimate foundation in the mystery of the redemption of the body.