Bible Dictionary
INCONTINENCY
Incontinency means lack of self-control, especially sexual self-control. In 1 Corinthians 7:5 it refers to unchastity or inability to exercise continence within marriage.
Biblical Usage
In 1 Corinthians 7:5 the term refers to unchastity or lack of control. In Matthew 23:25 the related Greek word is translated “excess” in the cited English versions.