- CHAPTER IX -
"Sex In The Dinosaur Era"
The dawn of humanity is a distant and mysterious time, with little evidence to speculate on. This is especially true with regard to the sex lives of our remote ancestors. From what evidence remains, the Neanderthals, who lived in Europe and Western Asia some 200,000 to 30,000 years ago, were no exception.
Most scholars agree that Neanderthals—like most humans today—were likely monogamous. While there is no confirmed evidence that they were sexually exclusive, it is believed that couples typically formed close and lasting relationships. This would have been particularly important for the Neanderthals, as they needed strong social networks to survive in a hostile environment.
It is thought that the Neanderthals engaged in sexual activities that were similar to those of modern-day humans. This includes kissing, oral sex, and intercourse. However, due to their primitive tools, it is unlikely that other forms of sexual expression, such as masturbation and anal sex, would have been possible.
Beyond physical intimacy, religion also played an important role in the lives of the Neanderthals. They are believed to have worshipped the sun and held a deep reverence for the natural world. Their worship of the sun likely included rituals involving fire, music, and dancing.
In conclusion, although the sex lives of the Neanderthals remain largely shrouded in mystery, it is likely that they shared much in common with modern-day humans when it came to physical intimacy. We can also surmise that religion was an integral part of their life, as evidenced by their reverence for the sun.