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The nearer society approaches to divine order, the less…

“The nearer society approaches to divine order, the less separation will there be in the characters, duties, and pursuits of men and women. Women will not become less gentle and graceful, but men will become more so. Women will not neglect the care and education of their children, but men will find…” quote by Lydia M Child
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“The nearer society approaches to divine order, the less separation will there be in the characters, duties, and pursuits of men and women. Women will not become less gentle and graceful, but men will become more so. Women will not neglect the care and education of their children, but men will find themselves ennobled and refined by sharing those duties with them; and will receive, in return, co-operation and sympathy in the discharge of various other duties, now deemed inappropriate to women. The more women become rational companions, partners in business and in thought, as well as in affection and amusement, the more highly will men appreciate home.”

Lydia M Child

About This Quote

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

As society nears divine order, men and women become more alike in duties, leading to mutual respect and cooperation.

In simple terms: Closer to divine order, genders share duties and respect each other.

Key Takeaway

Promote gender equality.

Themes

gender society divine order cooperation

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

Character:1 Divine order:1 Men and women:1 Women:1 Men Women:1 Nearer Society:0 Women Rational:1 Society Approaches:0 Thought Affection:0

When to use this quote

  • family life
  • workplace
  • community building

Key Concepts

equality shared responsibilities

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does shared duty reshape relationships?
  • What benefits arise from gender equality?
A Different Perspective

Changing traditional roles may face resistance.

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