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1 Corinthians 7:9

But if they cannot contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn.
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English Standard Version

But if they cannot exercise self-control, they should marry. For it is better to marry than to be aflame with passion.

New International Version

But if they cannot control themselves, they should marry, for it is better to marry than to burn with passion.

Catholic Public Domain Version

But if they cannot restrain themselves, they should marry. For it is better to marry, than to be burned