Onanism display'd: being, I. an enquiry into the true nature of Onan's sin. II. of the modern Onanists. III. of self-pollution, its causes, and consequences; with three extraordinary cases, of two young gentlemen and a lady, who were very much addicted to this crime. IV. of nocturnal-pollutions natural and forc'd. V. the great sin of self-pollution, with the judgment of the most eminent divines upon this subject. VI. a dissertation concerning generation, with a curious description of the parts, and of their proper functions, &c. according to the latest, and most approv'd anatomical discoveries

Author: No author available

Synopsis:

"Onanism Display'd" is a comprehensive exploration of the controversial topic of self-pollution, commonly known as masturbation. Divided into six parts, the book delves into the true nature of Onan's sin, examines the prevalence of modern Onanists, investigates the causes and consequences of self-pollution, presents three extraordinary cases of individuals addicted to this act, discusses nocturnal-pollutions, and concludes with a dissertation on generation and anatomical discoveries. Through a combination of historical analysis, medical insights, and theological perspectives, the author aims to shed light on the sinfulness and consequences of self-pollution.

Genres: Medical literature, Religious literature, Historical analysis

Themes: Sexual morality, Sin and guilt, Medical consequences of self-pollution

Subjects:

• Masturbation -- Early works to 1800
• Medicine -- Religious aspects

Read on Gutenberg

Back to Homepage