Making love with a woman and sleeping with a woman are two passions not only different but almost contradictory. Love is not manifested in the desire to sleep with someone {This desire occurs in relation to an innumerable amount of women}, but in the desire to sleep with someone {this desire occurs in relation to a single woman}.
In "The Unbearable Lightness of Being," Milan Kundera explores the distinction between physical desire and emotional intimacy. He argues that making love embodies a deep connection and commitment to one individual, representing true love. In contrast, the act of simply sleeping with someone can be more superficial, often involving a fleeting attraction to multiple partners.
Kundera highlights that genuine love transcends mere physicality. It is about forming a bond with a specific person, where passion is tied to emotional closeness rather than a general desire for sexual encounters. This dichotomy suggests that deeper relationships involve vulnerability and connection, setting them apart from transient experiences.