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EDITOR'S NOTE As Alain Danielou observes in his Introduction, the Sanskrit text of the Kama Sutra and its commentaries frequently use familiar terms, like yoga, tantra, and upanisbad, in highly unusual and technical senses. Because of the inherent interest of this terminology and because of the Kama Sutra's rich vocabulary, this edition cites an extensive list of Sanskrit words and phrases and features several appendices, which we hope will be of use to specialist and nonspecialist alike. At a time when many of us are feeling disconnected from ourselves and others, the ancient art of love and pleasure can help us reclaim our essential humanity. Discovered in India thousands of years ago, the Kama Sutra offers a powerful and timeless framework for exploring the physical, spiritual, and emotional aspects of connection. By taking the time to learn about this art – and to explore its practices – we may find ourselves feeling grounded, balanced, and fully alive. Whether you ... Introduction The Kama Sutra is perhaps one of the most widely recognized and misunderstood ancient texts in the world. Often regarded as a manual solely focused on sexuality and eroticism, the Kama Sutra is much more than that. It is a profound treatise on love, relationships, and the pursuit of emotional and spiritual fulfillment. Attributed to the sage Vātsyāyana, this ancient Sanskrit text offers invaluable insights into the art of living a fulfilling and harmonious life. Beyond ... the Sanskriti Museum ofEveryday Art in Delhi. Hehas dedicated over fivedecades to researchingand archiving all aspects of the Kama SutraCompletely illustrated for the first time, theand other pre-Vedic and Vedic classical erotica. Hindu love classic the Kama Sutra constitutesHis private collections of over 9,000 books onthe most famous work on sex ever created. Indian art and architecture and his 300,000
