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The law of God, as quite plainly expressed in woman's…

“The law of God, as quite plainly expressed in woman's construction, is this: There shall be no limit put upon your intercourse with the other sex sexually, at any time of life. During twenty-three days in every month (in the absence of pregnancy) from the time a woman is seven years old till she…” quote by Mark Twain
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“The law of God, as quite plainly expressed in woman's construction, is this: There shall be no limit put upon your intercourse with the other sex sexually, at any time of life. During twenty-three days in every month (in the absence of pregnancy) from the time a woman is seven years old till she dies of old age, she is ready for action, and competent. As competent as the candlestick is to receive the candle. Competent every day, competent every night. Also, she wants that candle -- yearns for it, longs for it, hankers after it, as commanded by the law of God in her heart.”

Mark Twain

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 claims a divine mandate for unrestricted sexual activity throughout a woman's life, using metaphorical language about readiness and desire.

In simple terms: It suggests women are always sexually ready and should have unlimited sexual freedom.

Key Takeaway

Question the validity and ethics of such sweeping claims.

Themes

sexuality gender religion ethics mythology

Mood

controversial provocative

Type

statement opinion

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • sex education
  • relationship advice
  • health policy
  • legal frameworks

Key Concepts

divine law biological determinism metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • Does this view respect individual rights and health?
  • How does it align with modern understandings of consent?
A Different Perspective

The statement is biologically inaccurate and ignores consent, health, and personal autonomy.

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