1. The novel explores themes of spirituality and carnalism, contrasting the desires of the soul with the desires of the flesh.
这部小说探索了灵性和肉欲主义的主题，将灵魂的欲望与肉体的欲望进行对比。
2. He rejected the ideals of carnalism and instead pursued a life of celibacy and asceticism.
他摒弃了肉欲主义的理念，而选择了禁欲和修行的生活方式。