Sacred Sexuality (Sacred Arts S.) - Softcover

Mann, A. T.; Lyle, Jane

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1852306580 ISBN 13: 9781852306588

Publisher: Element Books, 1995

Synopsis

This book explores the origins and practices of sexuality as an integration of heaven and earth in many diverse cultures throughout the world. 1995 lge fmt 192pp

About this title

Synopsis:

In many ancient faiths sexuality was the ultimate sacred act and symbolized the central holy sacrament. Lust originally meant a religious joy experienced as unity with the godhead. This gift book explores the origins and practices of religious sexuality in many cultures worldwide. Included are the erotic sculpture and paintings of ancient Greece and Rome, illustrations from Japanese pillow books, Asian temple art, erotic Indian and Persian miniatures, as well as the work of well-known European artists from the Classical, Renaissance and Romantic periods.

About the Author:

AT Mann graduated from Cornell University and worked as an architect in Rome and New York. He is the author of many books, including Sacred Architecture, Millennium Prophesies and The Elements of Reincarnation. Jane Lyle has studied myths, symbolism, tarot and psychology. Her previous books, which include Body Language, Lovers' Tarot and Women's Wisdom, have been translated into several languages.

About this edition

• Publisher: Element Books
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 1852306580
• ISBN 13: 9781852306588
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 192