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Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is…

“Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is abomination.' (Leviticus 18:22). That means simply that it is foul to do to other men what men habitually, proudly, manfully do to women: use them as inanimate, empty, concave things; fuck them into submission; subordinate them through sex.” quote by Andrea Dworkin
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““Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is abomination.' (Leviticus 18:22). That means simply that it is foul to do to other men what men habitually, proudly, manfully do to women: use them as inanimate, empty, concave things; fuck them into submission; subordinate them through sex.””

Andrea Dworkin

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The passage condemns non‑consensual sexual acts, equating them with violence against men

In simple terms: Sexual violence is a grave violation

Key Takeaway

Reject abuse in all forms

Themes

ethics gender violence

Mood

serious reflective

Type

ethical critical

When to use this quote

  • legal reforms
  • education programs
  • support services

Key Concepts

consent power dynamics human rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies better define and enforce consent?
  • What role does language play in shaping attitudes toward gender?
A Different Perspective

Complex theological interpretations can obscure the core moral message

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