You do not want the effect of your good things to be, "How…
““You do not want the effect of your good things to be, "How wonderful for a woman!" nor would you be deterred from good things, by hearing it said, "Yes, but she ought not to have done this, because it is not suitable for a woman." But you want to do the thing that is good, whether it is "suitable for a woman" or not. It does not make a thing good, that it is remarkable that a woman should have been able to do it. Neither does it make a thing bad, which would have been good had a man done it, that it has been done by a woman. Oh, leave these jargons, and go your way straight to God's work, in simplicity and singleness of heart.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Good deeds should be valued for their merit, not judged by gender expectations; true work transcends societal labels.
In simple terms: Judge actions, not gender.
Key Takeaway
Focus on purpose, not stereotypes.
Themes
gender equality
purpose
integrity
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- community service
- creative projects
Key Concepts
ethical standards
social norms
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess work beyond gender?
- What steps can you take to challenge gendered expectations?
A Different Perspective
Cultural bias can still influence perception of women’s contributions.