Essay name: Kamashastra and Classical Sanskrit literature (study)
Author:
Vishwanath K. Hampiholi
Affiliation: Karnatak University / Department of Sanskrit
This essay in English studies the influence of Kamashastra on classical Sanskrit literature by exploring the significance of Kama (sexual desire) within Indian philosophy and literature. It is highlighted tat ancient Indians valued both spiritual and worldly aspects of life. The treatise "Kamasutra" by Vatsyayana is highlighted as a pioneering erotic text, addressing sexual pleasure as an art form.
Chapter 3 - Kamasutra part 2 (Samprayogika)鈥擟ritical study
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The fifth adhyaya deals with the act of biting. The
Kamasutra and other erotic texts have given many types of
biting. The poets have made maximum use of them in describ-
ing the amorous activities. Especially Bindu, Bindumal膩,
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Manim膩l膩 and Pravala types of bitings are described in
many places.
The sixth adhy膩ya narrates various types of coition.
Many postures have been described by the erotic authors.
But the Sanskrit poets have not shown keen interest in
describing numerous types of sexual positions. The reason
behind it may be that the vivid description of Love-sport
will make their kavyas parnography. Yet some poets have
ventured in depicting the sexual union suggestively.
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The seventh adhyaya explains various modes of strik-
ing and moaning. Squeezing the limbs, striking the body
are described here in detail. Eight types of meaning as
well as other words uttered due to tenderness are stated
and all these matters are useful to the poets. Most of
the poets have followed the Kamasutra blindly. Some poets
have exhibited their knowledge of sexology by describing
these acts.
The eighth adhyaya depicts the importance and
