A comprehensive work on the metaphysical aspects of sexuality. Julius Evola sheds new light on the mystical and spiritual expression of sexual love. This in-depth study explores the sexual rites of sacred traditions, and shows how religion, mysticism, folklore, and mythology all contain erotic forms in which the deep potentialities of human beings are recognized.
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A controversial philosopher and critic of modern Western civilization, Julius Evola (1898-1974) wrote widely on Eastern religions, alchemy, sexuality, politics, and mythology. Inner Traditions has published his Eros and the Mysteries of Love: The Metaphysics of Sex, The Yoga of Power, The Hermetic Tradition, Revolt Against the Modern World, The Mystery of the Grail and Ride The Tiger.
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Eros and the Mysteries of Love
The Metaphysics of Sex
Introduction
1. Eros and Sexual Love
2. The Metaphysics of Sex
3. Phenomena of Transcending in Profane Love
4. Gods and Goddesses, Men and Women
5. Sacred Ceremonies and Evocations
6. Sex in the Realm of Initiations and Magic
Conclusion
Notes
Index