Okay. I get it. I forgot the whole brouhaha about that.
Also, it possibly has something to do with I Thessalonians 5:22 about avoiding appearances of evil, translation controversies notwithstanding. And, if you're seen with a woman who is not your wife, people whisper.
And Islamists. Not to knock it that belief, but overcoming temptation (which I assume is the reason why the Pence's subscribe to that practice) proves your faith in God. If one avoids temptation universally, without a specific reason, then IMO they don't have faith in their relationship with God. Avoiding "Karen," because she presents herself in a way that makes you uncomfortable is one thing; avoiding ALL women for the same reason is an entirely different matter.
Also, it possibly has something to do with I Thessalonians 5:22 about avoiding appearances of evil, translation controversies notwithstanding. And, if you're seen with a woman who is not your wife, people whisper.