Who wrote the *Kama Sutra*?

The *Kama Sutra* was written by Vātsyāyana, an Indian logician and philosopher, during the Gupta Empire (c. 3rd–6th century CE).

What is the *Kama Sutra* about?

The *Kama Sutra* is a comprehensive guide to erotic love, covering topics such as courtship, marriage, sexual techniques, and social conduct. It is structured into seven books and is notable for its blend of practical advice and philosophical insights.

When was the *Kama Sutra* written?

The *Kama Sutra* was written during the Gupta Empire, a period spanning approximately the 3rd to 6th century CE, often referred to as the "Golden Age of India."

How many books does the *Kama Sutra* have?

The *Kama Sutra* is structured into seven books, each exploring different aspects of relationships, sensual pleasure, and social conduct.

What languages is the *Kama Sutra* available in?

The *Kama Sutra* has been translated into numerous languages, including Sanskrit, and is available in various editions and translations.

What is the significance of the *Kama Sutra* in Indian culture?

The *Kama Sutra* is a landmark work in classical Indian literature, reflecting the values and aesthetics of the Gupta Empire. It has influenced global perceptions of Indian sexuality and relationships.

How has the *Kama Sutra* influenced world literature?

The *Kama Sutra* has transcended its original cultural context, becoming a globally recognized work that has inspired adaptations, interpretations, and discussions on human intimacy.

What distinguishes the *Kama Sutra* from other literary works?

The *Kama Sutra* is distinct by its focus on erotic love and relationships, blending practical advice with philosophical insights, and its enduring legacy in world literature.

What are some notable editions or translations of the *Kama Sutra*?

Notable editions and translations of the *Kama Sutra* include the 13th-century Jayamangala commentary of Yashodhara, the Bendall purchase of 1885 CE in Nepal, and various modern translations in multiple languages.

What role does the *Kama Sutra* play in the Gupta Empire’s cultural legacy?

The *Kama Sutra* reflects the intellectual and artistic achievements of the Gupta Empire, a period of cultural and intellectual flourishing in ancient India.

Kama Sutra

ancient Hindu text on erotic love

VisualArtwork literary_work Q47228

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Instance of: literary work
Author: Vātsyāyana^[2]
Genre: sutra^[3]
Language of work or name: Sanskrit^[4]
Country of origin: Gupta Empire^[5]
Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary, Granat Encyclopedic Dictionary^[10]^[11]
Different from: Kama Sutra^[13]
Has edition or translation: Kamasutra, Kam-sutram, The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana^[6]^[7]^[8]
Main subject: human sexual behavior^[9]
Time period: Gupta Empire^[14]
Title: कामसूत्र^[12]

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Library of Congress authority ID: no2002060157
GND ID: 4259983-0
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Encyclopædia Britannica Online ID: topic/Kama-sutra
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Golden ID: Kama_Sutra-ZYEG9
Gran Enciclopèdia Catalana ID: kama-sutra

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Gran Enciclopèdia Catalana ID (former scheme): 0035275
Hrvatska enciklopedija ID: 30037
IdRef ID: 074462466
Interlingual Index ID: i71285
KBpedia ID: KamaSutra
Krugosvet article (archived): kultura_i_obrazovanie/religiya/KAMA-SUTRA.html
Larousse ID: oeuvre/Kama-sutra/126475
NDL Authority ID: 00628336
National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007602046105171
Open Library ID: OL239940W
Quora topic ID: Kama-Sutra
Wellcome Collection concept ID: ffxtg5va
WordNet 3.1 Synset ID: 06636295-n
Work available at URL: gutenberg.org

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Described by source 2

Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary, Granat Encyclopedic Dictionary

Named after 2

Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love, Kama Sutra

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Vātsyāyana

Country of origin 1

Gupta Empire

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Vātsyāyana

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Kama Sutra

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sutra

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Sanskrit

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human sexual behavior

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Kama Sutra is a literary work^[1].

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Cultural Impact

Things named for Kama Sutra include it: A Tale of Love^[15], a film^[16], directed by Mira Nair^[17] and it^[18], a record label^[19], in United States^[20], founded in 1964^[21], headquartered in United States^[22].

Why It Matters

Entities named for it include it: A Tale of Love^[15], a film^[16], directed by Mira Nair^[17] and it^[18], a record label^[19], in United States^[20], founded in 1964^[21], headquartered in United States^[22].

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[2] ↑ Kama Sutra — author (P50): Vātsyāyana. wikidata.org.
[3] ↑ Kama Sutra — genre (P136): sutra. wikidata.org.
[4] ↑ Kama Sutra — language of work or name (P407): Sanskrit. wikidata.org.
[5] ↑ Kama Sutra — country of origin (P495): Gupta Empire. wikidata.org.
[6] ↑ Kama Sutra — has edition or translation (P747): Kamasutra. YogaVidya.com. Retrieved 2020-02-22. YogaVidya.com. Provenance: wikidata.org.
[7] ↑ Kama Sutra — has edition or translation (P747): Kam-sutram. wikidata.org.
[8] ↑ Kama Sutra — has edition or translation (P747): The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana. wikidata.org.
[9] ↑ Kama Sutra — main subject (P921): human sexual behavior. wikidata.org.
[10] ↑ Kama Sutra — described by source (P1343): Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary. wikidata.org.
[11] ↑ Kama Sutra — described by source (P1343): Granat Encyclopedic Dictionary. wikidata.org.
[12] ↑ Kama Sutra — title (P1476): कामसूत्र. wikidata.org.
[13] ↑ Kama Sutra — different from (P1889): Kama Sutra. wikidata.org.
[14] ↑ Kama Sutra — time period (P2348): Gupta Empire. wikidata.org.

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[16] ↑ Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love — P31: film. Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
[17] ↑ Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love — P57: Mira Nair. Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
[19] ↑ Kama Sutra — P31: record label. Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
[20] ↑ Kama Sutra — P17: United States. Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
[21] ↑ Kama Sutra — P571: 1964. Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
[22] ↑ Kama Sutra — P159: United States. Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site

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[1] ↑ Kama Sutra is an instance of literary work (Q7725634) [P31, primary]. Wikidata. wikidata.org.

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