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Eros, in the context of contemplative and spiritual practice, transcends its conventional understanding as mere sexual or romantic desire. It embodies a deep, primal longing that drives us towards union, intimacy, and the experience of beauty in all its manifestations. Eros is the inner force that compels us to reach beyond ourselves, to connect with the world and the divine in a profoundly visceral way. It is a yearning that can be felt as a magnetic pull towards what is sacred, a movement that ignites our passions and stirs our deepest sense of awe and wonder. This potent energy, when skillfully embraced and cultivated, becomes a vital source of inspiration and a transformative path to awakening.

See also: erotic tension, emotional life, erotic object, soulmaking, love

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