Holy sex

By Juan E. Fernández Romar 

The Temple of Khajuraho. Photo by El Baúl de Joselito

The Temple of Khajuraho. Photo by El Baúl de Josete

Many Anthropological studies made throughout the world, suggest that in the earlier times of human history, sex was understood as something beyond physical pleasure, as a magical power that connected humans with the Gods.

Detail of the Temple of Khajuraho (India). Photo by El Baúl de Joselito.

Detail of the Temple of Khajuraho (India). Photo by El Baúl de Josete.

All of the archaic rituals associated to fertility comprehended in one way or the other sexual practices and design that those encounters transcended the dimensions of the body. Those believes survived with modifications in the chinese Taoism and the Tantra in India, acquiring a basic psychological significance. Sexuality was a way of expression of a power beyond the mortal body. Notion that can be advertised in other traditions.

~ by trancesdocumental on June 10, 2009.

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