The expression 'illicit carnal connexion' means extramarital sexual intercourse.

By bringing a charge of rape, for example, a woman is considered to have admitted to extramarital sexual intercourse, which is unlawful.

Extramarital sexual intercourse between Jews and citizens of German or German-related blood are forbidden.

Bahá'u'lláh clearly forbade fornication and adultery, referring to any form of premarital or extramarital sexual intercourse.

Extramarital sexual intercourse (fornication and adultery and homosexuality)