The Hebrew Talmod says: be very careful if you make a…
“The Hebrew Talmod says: be very careful if you make a woman cry because God counts her tears. Every a woman shed is equivalent to man's sacrifice in life. The woman cames from the mans rib, not on his feet to be stepped on, not on his head to be superior, but on his side to be equal. Under his arms to be protected and near his heart to be loved..”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The quote suggests that a woman's emotional pain is sacred and that women deserve equality and protection, not domination.
In simple terms: Women’s tears are valued; they should be treated as equals.
Treat women with respect and protect them.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- parenting
- faith communities
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we honor emotional pain without reinforcing gender norms?
- What does equality truly mean in daily life?
May overlook cultural context and gender stereotypes.