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The basis of a good marriage is mutual respect--respect…

“The basis of a good marriage is mutual respect--respect for one another. That is the key. If a husband would think less of himself and more of his wife, we'd have happier homes throughout the Church and throughout the world. - President Gordon B. Hinckley” quote by Mark D. Ogletree
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““The basis of a good marriage is mutual respect--respect for one another. That is the key. If a husband would think less of himself and more of his wife, we'd have happier homes throughout the Church and throughout the world. - President Gordon B. Hinckley””

Mark D. Ogletree

About This Quote

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

Mutual respect is the foundation of a good marriage; husbands should value wives more than themselves for happier homes.

In simple terms: Respect between spouses is key; husbands should esteem wives.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate mutual respect in relationships.

Themes

marriage respect gender roles

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

Good marriage:1 Marriage:1 Mutual respect:1 Respect:1 Think Wife:0 Marriage Mutual:0 Husband Think:0

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • marital workshops
  • faith teaching

Key Concepts

equity family harmony spiritual guidance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can couples foster equal respect?
  • What obstacles exist to mutual esteem?
A Different Perspective

Cultural expectations may resist role reversal.

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