Boston Corbett... My hero, my mentor

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In 1858, Boston Corbett, also known as "Boston" Corbett, castrated himself with scissors after struggling with sexual urges. He believed this act would help him avoid temptation and better serve his religious beliefs. Corbett later became famous for killing John Wilkes Booth, the assassin of Abraham Lincoln.
Here's a more detailed look at the event:
The Incident:
In July 1858, Corbett, while wrestling with sexual temptations, decided to castrate himself. He used a pair of scissors to perform the act.
Aftermath:
Following the self-castration, Corbett went to a prayer meeting and ate a meal before seeking medical attention. He later stated that he was "very much gratified with the result as his passion was not trouble anymore" according to a friend.
Religious Context:
Corbett reportedly cited biblical verses about plucking out offending eyes and self-castration for the kingdom of heaven's sake as justification for his actions.
Later Life:
Corbett, already a street preacher, later became famous for killing John Wilkes Booth, the assassin of President Abraham Lincoln. He was lauded as a hero for this act, despite the unusual circumstances.