concupiscence
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sexual desire; lust.
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ardent, usually sensuous, longing.
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Origin of concupiscence
First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English word from Late Latin word concupīscentia. See concupiscent, -ence
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He was still bent when the Myrmidon announced: "Forrester is here, Your Concupiscence," in a reverent tone of voice, and backed off a step, narrowly missing Forrester himself in the process.
From Pagan Passions by Stanley, Robert
Concupiscence or self-love is, according to him, at the root of all misdeeds.
From History of the Catholic Church from the Renaissance to the French Revolution — Volume 1 by MacCaffrey, James
Concupiscence has a kindred effect on our reason.
From Explanation of Catholic Morals A Concise, Reasoned, and Popular Exposition of Catholic Morals by Stapleton, John H. (John Henry)
On the contrary, Concupiscence is caused by love, and tends to pleasure, both of which are passions of the concupiscible faculty.
From Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition by Thomas, Aquinas, Saint
I answer that, Concupiscence does not cause involuntariness, but on the contrary makes something to be voluntary.
From Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition by Thomas, Aquinas, Saint
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