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The Kama Sutra is an ancient Indian text that is primarily a guide to human sexual behavior and relationships. It was composed by the sage Vatsyayana, likely in the 3rd century CE, and is one of the most well-known works of Indian literature. However, it's important to note that the Kama Sutra is not solely focused on sexual positions or techniques; it also explores various aspects of human life, love, and relationships.The text is divided into seven books, each addressing different aspects of human relationships, including courtship, marriage, extramarital affairs, and sexual techniques. It ...

The Kama Sutra, or Aphorisms on Love, has survived at least 1400 years as a dominant text on sexual relations between men and women. Vatsyayana claimed to have written the Kama Sutra while a religious student, “in contemplation of the Deity” - but references to older works, shrewd disputations by Vatsyayana of those authors' recommendations, and careful cataloging of practices in various of the Indian states indicate much more emphasis on kama, or sensual gratification.Part of the book discusses the 64 arts of love employed by masters of coitus. Learning each of these and when and how to ...

The Kama Sutra by Mallanaga Vatsyayana. The Kama Sutra, or Aphorisms on Love, has survived at least 1400 years as a dominant text on sexual relations between men and women. Vatsyayana claimed to have written the Kama Sutra while a religious student, “in contemplation of the Deity” - but references to older works, shrewd disputations by Vatsyayana of those authors' recommendations, and careful cataloging of practices in various of the Indian states indicate much more emphasis on kama, or sensual gratification. Part of the book discusses the 64 arts of love employed by masters of ...