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Of Tea

January 26, 2022January 27, 2022 admin

My cup of tea is steeped in deepest lore,From olden times in lost, exotic lands –The stuff of ardent scenes since days of yore.I hold

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Embodiment of Perfection

January 23, 2022January 27, 2022 admin

Perfection, what is thy name?Embodied as a decree!Conceived above any blameIs this picture of beauty! In form of snow-pure rabbit.Gentle child of innocence,Clothed in angel-knit

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Child of Earth

January 23, 2022January 27, 2022 admin

Child of earth, cultivator of the field,Kneeling in worship on the garden floor,Immeasurable by words is your yield –The nature of the nature you adore.With

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Anything Outdoors with Steve

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Why has religion often viewed sexuality as something to control, repress, or even fear? In Religion & Sexuality, Alan Watts explores the deep tension between spiritual traditions and human desire, questioning whether religious restrictions on sex come from true wisdom or from a need for institutional power.

Watts contrasts Western religious guilt with Eastern traditions like Tantra, which embrace sexuality as a sacred and transformative force. He invites us to see desire not as sinful but as a natural, even mystical, part of life. Can we move beyond outdated beliefs and embrace a more harmonious understanding of spirituality and sensuality?

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In Religion & Sexuality, Alan Watts explores the deep and often problematic relationship between religious teachings and human sexuality. He examines how different cultures and traditions have framed sexual desire—sometimes as sacred, other times as sinful—and questions whether these attitudes stem from genuine spiritual wisdom or from social control mechanisms.

Key Themes in Religion & Sexuality

1. Sexual Repression in Religious Traditions
o Many religious systems, especially in the West, have historically treated sexuality as something to be controlled or denied. Watts critiques how doctrines promoting celibacy, modesty, and guilt around sex are often more about maintaining institutional power than about true spiritual enlightenment.

2. Sex as a Spiritual Experience
o Watts contrasts Western religious repression with Eastern traditions, particularly Tantric Buddhism and Hinduism, where sexuality is not seen as an obstacle to spirituality but as a path toward higher consciousness. He suggests that, rather than denying desire, one can approach it with awareness and reverence.

3. The Fear of Pleasure and Control Over Desire
o Many religious teachings equate pleasure with temptation and sin, creating a deep-seated conflict in people’s minds. Watts argues that this fear-based approach can lead to guilt, shame, and psychological repression, rather than true moral or spiritual growth.

4. The Link Between Sexuality and Mysticism
o In contrast to restrictive religious dogma, Watts points out that deep spiritual experiences—whether through meditation, ecstatic states, or even sexuality—often share similar qualities. Both involve transcendence of the ego, surrender to a greater force, and a profound sense of unity.

5. Liberating Ourselves from Outdated Beliefs
o Watts encourages us to question inherited attitudes toward sex and spirituality. Instead of seeing them as opposing forces, he suggests embracing a more harmonious view—one that recognizes desire as a natural, beautiful, and even sacred part of existence.

Why Religion & Sexuality Matters Today

In a world still shaped by conflicting messages about sex, Watts’ insights remain highly relevant. His perspective challenges the notion that spirituality requires repression and invites individuals to reclaim a healthier, more enlightened relationship with both their bodies and their beliefs.

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