A book that goes beyond the historical aspects of self-mummification, Living Buddhas is a unique masterpiece in which the author talks about the diverse religious influences that led to the sect of Shugendo, on life and death being two sides of the same coin (and how these mummified monks are neither alive, nor dead, but…… Continue reading Living Buddhas and Japanese mummies
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A History of Celibacy
In a competitive society obsessed by gathering resources for themselves and their children, some members of it have chosen the opposite during the history: foregoing to embrace sexual activity and even to have children. What was their motivation? This book challenges the diverse situations in which people have defied society through their choices or on…… Continue reading A History of Celibacy