Jami` at-Tirmidhi Book 11, Hadith 4

"The Messenger of Allah refused Uthman bin Ma'zun (when he asked) regarding celibacy, and if he had permitted it for him, then we would have castrated ourselves."

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The Prophet prohibited celibacy.

Jami` at-Tirmidhi Book 11, Hadith 3
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The Messenger of Allah said: "When someone whose religion and character you are pleased with proposes to (someone under the care) of one of you, then marry to him. If you do not do so, then there will be turmoil (Fitnah) in the land and abounding discord (Fasad)."

Jami` at-Tirmidhi Book 11, Hadith 5