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What is the ruling on an unmarried woman reading sexually explicit material when she is unable to stop, and what is the way to get rid of that?

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For someone not yet married, looking at things that arouse lust is a temptation and a useless incitement to desire. In conquering desires there is great pleasure, for one overcome by desire is debased, while one who overcomes desire is noble and strong of heart. One must be careful not to view desired things as inherently good without contemplating the consequences, and remember that the pleasure of sin is temporary and turns into bitterness, while the pleasure of conquering desire and the benefits of patience from it are better and more lasting.

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