Archive-name: Miscell/erosia01.txt Archive-author: David P. Thomas Archive-title: Erosian Theory and Practice Erosian Theory and Practice David P. Thomas Introduction It is my purpose to create a text on the values and practices of Erosian Practice, a study and method of life. The term Erosian is coined from the Greek god Eros, who was the male deity worship for sexual prowess. It is also where modern society has coined such words as erotica and erotic. I am the sole creator of Erosian Theory, and I encourage others to study and add to my works. If you have any comments, additions or questions I can be reached via E-Mail on the Tampa based bulletin board, The Dojo, 286-4297. Leave E-Mail to David Thomas. Many people will say when they initially study this text that it is foul, profane, obscene, dirty, pornographic and much worse. If you feel this way then this study is not for you. Please feel no offense, and merely discard your copy. Definitions and Guidelines Erosian Theory was created by myself in order to categorize, define, and dignify sexual practice. Erosian Theory can coincide well with standard love/relationship practice. Erosian Theory is not a swing/swap club, nor is it designed to be a matchmaking service. All of these organizations are supported by Erosian Theory, however, Erosian Theory is a way of thinking, a philosophy, not a club. Erosian Theory came into being at the time I recognized a feeling of comfort involved in my own sexuality. Most adults will feel to a certain degree comfortable with standard practice sexuality, including but not limited to hetro/hetro and homo/homo sexuality. However, it is well documented that for most individuals to recognize comfort, they must form meaningful relationships which extend into the realm of love, commitment, family, ect. Those who avoid such commitment often lack the required or desired sexual contact. With Erosian Practice however, we justify and validate the need and right for sex gratis sexis or to coin an art term, sex for sex's sake! Please understand, at this point, I am not, nor will I validate unsafe sexual practices. It is part of the Erosians duty to ensure safety of him/herself and his/ her partner above all things. Below are several definitions and following are general guidelines to Erosian Theory. EROSIAN : One who studies Erosian Theory, and is a practitioner of Erosian Theory. EROSIAN THEORY : Developed by D. Thomas.The theory and practice whereby guilt is removed from all sexual relations amongst adults, and the physical self is glorified. Defines Erosians as a group to allow for interrelations amongst group members. Defines a code of conduct and rights of members. CODE OF CONDUCT : Rules Erosians follow when dealing with one another. Allows for fair and comfortable interchange of actions and ideas and allows for judgmental ruling in the event of problems within the organization. SEE RELATED CHAPTER CODE OF PRACTICE : A Erosian chart of sexual practices that allow for members to advertise desires and likes, at the same time designating them a membership number for advertised postings in swingers magazines, singles ads, bulletin board postings and such. SEE RELATED CHAPTER EROSIAN COMMUNITY: The body of Erosian Practicioners that actively persue the Erosian lifestyle. This community is more in tune with Erosian Theory and Practice, and conforms to the structure, hierarchy and rituals of Erosian Theory. EROSIAN STRUCTURE AND HIERARCHY: The pyramid structure that defines and shapes an Erosian Community. This lays out the makeup of members, and the levels of the practicing Erosians, and allows for vertical movement within the local and national organizations EROSIAN INDUCTION: The first of the Erosian Rituals. In a structured Erosian Community, new members are brought into the training period via this ritual, consisting of lessons in physicality, the Ceremony of Fluids, and physical test of vigor. EROSIAN INITIATION: The second of the Erosian Rituals. In a structured Erosian Community, trainees are taken through the final steps to full membership via this highly secret ceremony. EROSIAN SUCCESSION: In a structured Erosian Community, Erosians may make the choice to ascend into the Priesthood of Eros. This is accomplished by undertaking a training program, and upon completion, testing for the skills one has developed as a result of that training. EROSIAN PRIESTS/PRIESTESS: In the structured Erosian Community, the men/women who have studied Erosian Theory to the level of Priest/Priestess. These men/women aid in the growth and learning of the local community. As Erosians, you have no requirements to practice this theory. Erosian Theory, unlike religion or sectism, cultism, ect., allows you to define the parameters of your desired experiences and fulfill your sex life to the fullest. Erosian Theory IS highly philosophical in nature, but has the ability to function on multiple layers. Take what you need and leave the rest. --