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“Whoever, fleeing marriage and the sorrows that women cause, does not wish to wed comes to a deadly old age.” quote by Hesiod
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“Whoever, fleeing marriage and the sorrows that women cause, does not wish to wed comes to a deadly old age.”

Hesiod

About This Quote

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

Avoiding marriage leads to loneliness and early death, warning against fearing women's influence.

In simple terms: Fleeing marriage may cause a short, unhappy life.

Key Takeaway

Consider marriage wisely.

Themes

marriage loneliness gender roles

Mood

cautionary reflective

Type

moral cultural

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • family planning
  • cultural expectations

Key Concepts

Greek mythology social warning

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is avoiding marriage truly harmful?
  • How do cultural fears shape marital decisions?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify women's influence and ignore personal choice.

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