Théologie hindoue. Le Kama soutra. by Vatsyayana
"Théologie hindoue. Le Kama soutra." by Vatsyayana is a comprehensive treatise on the philosophy and practices surrounding love and relationships, likely written in the early centuries of the Common Era. This work discusses the intricate nature of sexual ethics and societal norms, particularly within the context of ancient Indian culture, offering insights into the balance of desire (Kama), duty (Dharma), and wealth (Artha) in human life. The opening of the text introduces
the foundational concepts that guide the moral compass of society, asserting that while the essence of right and wrong remains constant, societal attitudes toward sexual relations fluctuate over time and across cultures. It vividly articulates the nuanced views of past civilizations, contrasting the relative permissiveness observed in ancient Indian society with the stringent constraints posed by religious doctrines such as those of Zoroastrianism and Judaism. The author sets the stage for an exploration of sexual morality, emphasizing how love and eroticism were intertwined with religious practices and societal structures, thus providing a deeper understanding of how the Kama Sutra encapsulates the cultural ethos of its era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Vatsyayana |
|---|---|
| Translator | Lamairesse, 1817-1898 |
| LoC No. | 43033904 |
| Uniform Title | Kamasutra. French |
| Title | Théologie hindoue. Le Kama soutra. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kama_Sutra |
| Credits | Produced by Miranda van de Heijning, Renald Levesque and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender |
| Subject | Love |
| Subject | Sexual intercourse |
| Subject | Sex |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14609 |
| Release Date | Jan 5, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 327 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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