Courtesans and Tantric Consorts

Sexualities in Buddhist Narrative, Iconography, and Ritual

Autor*innen

• Serinity Young

Parameter

• 298 Seiten
• 11 Lesestunden

• Esoterik & Religion
• Politikwissenschaft
• Regionale & Exilliteratur

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Exploring over 2000 years of Buddhist history, the book delves into the intricate beliefs surrounding gender and sexuality within Buddhism. Serinity Young presents a rich tapestry of perspectives, highlighting the roles of courtesans and tantric consorts, and how these figures shape and reflect the evolving understanding of femininity and desire in the context of spiritual practice.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2004
• Einband: Hardcover