Tante Semok Cantik Duck Duck Go

Sex in China

China today is sexually (and in many other ways) a very repressive so ciety, yet ancient China was very different. Some of the earliest surviving literature of China is devoted to discussions of sexual topics, and the sexual implications of the Ym and Yang theories common in ancient China continue to influence Tantric and esoteric sexual practices today far dis tant from their Chinese origins. In recent years, a number of books have been written exploring the history of sexual practices and ideas in China, but most have ended the discussion with ancient China and have not continued up to the present time. Fang Fu Ruan first surveys the ancient assumptions and beliefs, then carries the story to present-day China with brief descriptions of homosexuality, lesbianism, transvestism, transsexualism, and prostitution, and ends with a chapter on changing attitudes toward sex in China today. Dr. Ruan is well qualified to give such an overview. Until he left China in the 1980s, he was a leader in attempting to change the repressive attitudes of the government toward human sexuality. He wrote a best selling book on sex in China, and had written to and corresponded with a number of people in China who considered him as confidant and ad visor about their sex problems. A physician and medical historian, Dr. Ruan's doctoral dissertation was a study of the history of sex in China.

The Rosary of the Virgin Mary

The Secret of the Rosary

In "The Secret of the Rosary," Louis de Montfort offers a profound exploration of the devotional practice of the Rosary, intertwining spiritual insight with practical guidance. The book is characterized by its rich, poetic language and fervent theological underpinnings, woven together to illuminate the transformative power of this prayer. Montfort's reflections not only engage with the traditional Catholic veneration of Mary but also delve into the mystical dimensions of prayer, urging readers to cultivate a deeper relationship with God through contemplative meditation on the life of Christ as encapsulated in the Rosary's mysteries. Louis de Montfort, a French Roman Catholic priest and missionary, is a seminal figure in Marian spirituality, renowned for his emphasis on the Virgin Mary as a conduit to Jesus. His own life of poverty, commitment to preaching, and strong Marian devotion undoubtedly influenced his writing. Montfort's lived experience of faith, coupled with his extensive theological knowledge, shaped his conviction that the Rosary is not merely a repetitive prayer but rather a powerful means of grappling with the divine, encouraging a life immersed in God's love. "The Secret of the Rosary" is recommended for all who seek a deeper understanding of their spiritual practice. It invites both novices and seasoned devotees alike to rediscover the richness of the Rosary and its role in personal and communal prayer life. Through Montfort's insightful guidance, readers are encouraged to unlock the mysteries of faith and foster a profound relationship with the divine through this timeless devotion.