Why is one of the highest achievements in Dharma, Yoga, and Bhakti freedom from sex?

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Why is one of the highest achievements in Dharma, Yoga, and Bhakti freedom from sex, freedom from sex desire, and absolute celibacy? Thanks for all the nice answers. The purpose of Dharma, Yoga, and Bhakti is to realize our true identity as an eternal being. Sex life isn't necessary on the eternal platform of existence. DHARMA http://japa-mala.org

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Answer by gofish
what's wrong with sex ?

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