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Medieval BDSM

We're Not So Different

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Medieval Art and the Interplay of Pain and Desire

This chapter examines the provocative intersection of medieval art, sexuality, and religious narratives, focusing on saints like St. Sebastian and St. Barbara. The speakers discuss how themes of suffering and sensuality are portrayed in art, alongside humorous tales that challenge traditional views on morality and authority. They explore historical connections between BDSM practices and medieval culture, encouraging a broader understanding of pleasure and pain in both art and literature.

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