This is the first in a series of articles by Robert Frey exploring the application of Tantra in the 21st century. There is much for us to learn and to benefit through these ancient practices that, although they embrace sexuality, have far more to teach us. It has been said that Spirit meets us at the point of action. What Robert brings us is a method of action in our lives that is rewarding, enriching, and fulfilling.

As the pace of cultural change continues to accelerate, driven to a great degree by technological advances, it seems that the basic understanding of human life is also shifting. For example, recent archeological discoveries are beginning to shake the standard Western story of human history. A growing number of more open-minded archeologists and historians are beginning to question and rethink the traditional Judeo-Christian historical story. Improved technology has enabled archeologists to make remarkable discoveries over the last 10-15 years. The finding of more ancient "cities under cities" from the Mediterranean Sea to Southeast Asia have begun to reveal a pattern that describes a previously unknown culture. By examining tools, art, buildings, etc. the researchers have clarified a picture of a sophisticated culture that defies one of our most commonly held human myths - that humans are warlike by nature. Centered in India/Pakistan and stretching across Asia and the middle East, the "Dravidian" culture lasted roughly from 6000 to 3000 BC without war(!)...