The three poetic books of Ovid’s “Ars Amatoria” provided guidance on how to master the art of love for the men and women of the Roman Empire. His clever love advice has been passed down from generation to generation. His … Continue reading
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Be Patient and Comply in Love Relations, as Ovid Taught
The three poetic books of Ovid’s “Ars Amatoria” advised men and women of the Roman Empire on how to master the art of love. His witty love wisdom has been passed down through the ages. His poems taught both men … Continue reading
Be Gentle and Good-Tempered in Love Relations
The three poetic books of “Ars Amatoria” by the Roman poet Ovid advised men and women of the Roman Empire on how to master the art of love. His witty wisdom of love has been passed down through the centuries. … Continue reading
Ovid Explains Why You Need Gifts of Mind in Love Relationships
Ovid’s advice on the art of love has been known for centuries due to his three poetic books of “Ars Amatoria.” He was a Roman poet from the time of the Roman Empire. The poems in his books taught men … Continue reading
What Is His Task in a Love Relationship?
Among love scholars, the Roman poet of the ancient Roman Empire is well-known for his “Ars Amatoria” (The Art of Love), a three-volume instructional series of poems describing what love is and how to make love using the arts of … Continue reading
Sexual Love in Cultural Contexts
As I explained in another article, many scholars and laypeople equate sex, sexual love, and erotic love. However, I believe researchers should distinguish between these concepts because they mean somewhat different things (Karandashev, 2022). Sexual love is intense feelings of … Continue reading
Psychology Love Tricks in Ovid’s Art of Love, Parts 18-19
The “Ars Amatoria” teach men how psychology love tricks can aid in relationship affairs with women. Surprisingly, being pale, flexible, and wary of friends increases the likelihood of success in a relationship with a woman. The Roman poet Ovid of … Continue reading
How Tears, Kisses, and Taking the Lead Help in the Art of Love, Part 17
The “Ars Amatoria” advised men on how tears, kisses, and taking the lead can aid in love affairs. These actions were important in the art of love to win a woman. The Roman poet Ovid, who lived in the second … Continue reading
How to Make Promises and Deceive: The Art of Making Love in Roman Culture, Part 16
“Ars Amatoria” advised men on how to make promises and deceive a woman to seduce her. In the ancient Roman art of love, this was seen as a valuable skill in love affairs, among others. Ovid, the Roman poet of … Continue reading
How to Captivate a Woman with Personal Charm at Dinner: The Art of Making Love in Roman Culture, Part 15
Roman culture can teach modern men how to captivate a woman at dinner with their personal charm just by looking bold and presentable. Here is what the Roman poet Ovid advised in part 15 of his “Ars Amatoria.” Ovid, a … Continue reading