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“Even though they (women) grow weary and wear themselves out with child-bearing, it does not matter; let them go on bearing children till they die, that is what they are there for.” quote by Martin Luther
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“Even though they (women) grow weary and wear themselves out with child-bearing, it does not matter; let them go on bearing children till they die, that is what they are there for.”

Martin Luther

About This Quote

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

Women’s purpose is child‑bearing; they should continue despite hardship.

In simple terms: Women bear children.

Key Takeaway

Accept prescribed gender roles.

Themes

gender purpose religion

Mood

critical historical

Type

theoretical controversial

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • religious instruction
  • historical analysis
  • gender studies

Key Concepts

Patriarchal doctrine theology of family

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this align with contemporary gender equality?
  • What are the impacts of such doctrines?
A Different Perspective

Modern ethics reject this view.

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