Being chaste or exercising sexual abstinence is the definition of chastity as derived from Webster's English Dictionary. This is taught to children at school and the church because chastity is a great concern for the church. People who do not engage in sexual activity until they are married are said to be chaste.

The church's teachings are constantly reminding us that being chaste is very important. If we are no longer chaste, then our relationship with God is broken. Chastity can be broken in a few ways: engaging in sexual activity prior to getting married, or cheating on a spouse. When we are not chaste we are breaking our bond with God. This is because we are going against his word and teaching. If someone is also caught cheating because of disloyalty than she hasn't just broken the 6th commandment but has also lost all trust with God...