Technically the Papal State is in violation of the UN Declaration of Universal Human Rights:[quote]Article 16.
(1) Men and women of full age, without any limitation due to race, nationality or religion, have the right to marry and to found a family. They are entitled to equal rights as to marriage, during marriage and at its dissolution.[/quote]Considering that most of the population is barred from getting married or starting a family, the UN has justification for a humanitarian mission.
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I hadn't thought of it that way... I think that they can, they just can't be a priest anymore... Though, the more I think about it... I think you are on to something... What're you guys doing after work?
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Couldnt the same be said of the US and many other countries?
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Edited by Banned Man 3000: 4/8/2013 4:40:56 PM-snip-
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They take their vows of celibacy willingly.