The Kama Sutra, attributed to Vatsyayana, is an ancient Indian Sanskrit text on sexuality, eroticism, and love. It is neither exclusively nor predominantly about sexual positions. In fact, sexual positions (described as "congress") constitute only about 20% of the book.
The Kama Sutra discusses various aspects of human sexual behavior and provides guidance on how to live a fulfilling and pleasurable life. It covers topics such as:
The Arts: Cultivating skills and knowledge to become a desirable partner.
Courtship: Strategies for attracting and winning over a partner.
Marriage: The roles and responsibilities within a marital relationship.
Adultery: Considerations and consequences of extramarital affairs (from an ancient Indian perspective).
Sexual Positions: A classification of different congress positions and their suitability in various situations.
The Ideal Life: Guidance on living a virtuous and fulfilling life, including balancing dharma (righteousness), artha (material prosperity), and kama (pleasure).
The Kama Sutra offers insights into the social dynamics, gender roles, and cultural norms of ancient India. It's important to note that interpreting the Kama Sutra in a contemporary context requires understanding its historical and cultural background.
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