It is this loss of gratification—whether autoerotic or alloerotic (involving another person such as the mother)—that Lacan refers to as castration.

Muscle tissue seems to be almost sensationless. When we look into it, we find far fewer pain endings and pressure sensitive capsules than in the skin...

Beneath the cape she wears a bell-sleeved purple gown with gold ceinture.

Are not Vows binding, do we mock the Gods, When our Protestings summon ’em to Witness, Whether our Words keep measure with our Hearts?