Different religious traditions have varying views on premarital sex. Christianity teaches that sex should be reserved for a committed relationship through the covenant of marriage, as a way for married couples to connect deeply and express love. Buddhism emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and pursuing the wholesome course, refraining from sensual misconduct and taking great care in the expression of intimacy. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Judaism also stress the importance of sexual relations within marriage, while recognizing the need for forgiveness and repentance for those who fall short. Each religious tradition offers guidance on maintaining a moral and ethical approach to sexuality.