p0rn… what is it?!?!
what is prn or prnography? no seriously… what is it? i have this hypothesis that says it has no true/real definition… and that if i put 100 persons in a room, there would be 100 different definitions if they were honest. if they weren’t honest, there would be 1 or 2 definitions at best. if that’s true, then what does that tell you?
so according to webster, this is a definition of prnography… “the depiction of acts in a sensational manner so as to arouse a quick intense emotional reaction”. read that again. where does it say sex? if i slap you in the face, is that going to arouse a quick intense emotional reaction? so slapping someone in the face is prnography??? well it is on many websites and in many communities, also sometimes known as a “fetish”. what about if i hear a song… like the theme song from Rocky? doesn’t that arouse/illicit a quick intense emotional reaction??? doesn’t a lot of music do that to people? isn’t why people enjoy music??? so then is music considered prnography?
let’s take a look at the etymology of the word “prnography”… “It is a compound of two roots: πόρνη (porne), meaning "prostitute" (derived from the verb pernanai, "to sell," reflecting the original notion of a female slave sold for prostitution), and γράφειν (graphein), meaning "to write" or "to depict." i don’t see the word “sex” in that, do you?
what about a definition of the word “prostitution”…The practice of offering oneself or using one's talents for an unworthy purpose, especially for personal gain.” again, i do not see the word “sex”. also, who decides what is worthy and what is not? isn’t that subjective? isn’t context important? so for example, a hit man for the mob is a prostitute?
let’s take a look at the etymology of the word “prostitution”… “The word prostitution originates from the Latin verb prostituere, which literally means "to place before" or "to expose publicly." This verb is a combination of the prefix pro- (meaning "forward" or "in front") and statuere (meaning "to establish," "to stand," or "to place")”.
ok… so for fun, let’s look at the etymology of the word “erotic”…”The word erotic entered English in the 1650s from the French érotique, which derives from the Ancient Greek ἐρωτικός (erōtikós), meaning "related to love" or "caused by passionate love." This Greek term is rooted in ἔρως (érōs), referring to sexual love or desire, and is associated with the Greek god Eros, the personification of love.”
how about the word “fetish”…
Religious/Anthropological: An object, typically handcrafted, believed to possess supernatural powers or contain a spirit, often used in animistic or shamanistic rituals for protection or aid.
Psychological/Sexual: A sexual fixation on a non-living object, specific body part, or activity that is not conventionally considered erotic, which may be necessary for sexual gratification.
Figurative: Any object, idea, or activity to which one is obsessively devoted or treats with irrational reverence, such as a "fetish for cleanliness" or a "fetish for technology."
The term entered English in the early 17th century from the Portuguese feitiço (meaning "charm" or "artificial"), originally describing talismans encountered by European traders in West Africa. While the sexual definition became prominent in the early 20th century, the original sense of a spiritually significant object remains in use.
how about a definition of the word “licentious”…”Characterized by or using license; marked by or indulging too great freedom; overpassing due bounds or limits; excessive. Specifically Unrestrained by law, religion, or morality; wanton; loose; dissolute; libidinous: as, a licentions person; licentious desires.” funny how that word looks like license… as in a license plate or driver’s license 🤔
how about the word “harlot”…
Origin: The word entered Middle English from the Old French herlot, which originally meant "vagabond," "rogue," or "beggar."
Evolution: Initially, it referred to men or people of low status and idle behavior. By the 14th to 15th centuries, the meaning shifted to specifically denote a female prostitute or lewd woman, a sense reinforced by biblical translations.
Biblical Usage: In scripture, it often refers to a prostitute (Hebrew zonah) or serves as a metaphor for idolatry and spiritual unfaithfulness (e.g., the "Whore of Babylon").
one more… definition of the word “pornographic” from Black’s Law, 4th Edition… “PORNOGRAPHIC. That which is of or pertaining to obscene literature; obscene; licentious. Peo- ple on Complaint of Savery v. Gotham Book Mart, 158 Misc. 240, 285 N.Y.S. 563, 567.” who decides what is considered obscene and why is their definition “right”?
i think it was a line from a movie about prn… that says…”you know it when you see it”. now to me, that’s a very profound and wise statement. what one person “sees” as prn another does not. a few personal examples… a fresh pastrami sandwich where the steam is still coming off the meat; any woman walking in high heels; any woman wearing a gi/kimono; a song at the right moment that arouses intense grief, or a pure intense inner fire, or even a found memory from the past. there exist INFINITE examples.
i recall when i had an instagram account, one of my favorite hashtags was something like #foodporn. i could watch people prepare food and cook it all day long… especially those guys that cook in the wilderness, build fires and use water from the lakes and streams. does that arouse an intense feeling of joy inside of me? does it arouse a feeling of wanting to go cook/create something? you bet your ass it does. so according to society, i have a prn issue 😂
well if you have made it this far, you might be wondering… what’s the fucking point jeff 😜
here's the intention… what’s wrong with enjoying something/someone that arouses a quick intense emotional reaction within you without feeling shame and guilt? and if you do you feel shame and guilt for this, are you okay with that experience? are you certain that shame and guilt is even yours? 😘
much luv and gratitude 💜