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“He who will be just, must be forc'd to acknowledge, that neither Sex are always in the right.” quote by Mary Astell
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“He who will be just, must be forc'd to acknowledge, that neither Sex are always in the right.”

Mary Astell

About This Quote

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

Justice requires recognizing that neither gender is always right; fairness demands humility and mutual respect.

In simple terms: Both sexes can be wrong; be fair.

Key Takeaway

Practice humility and equal respect.

Themes

justice gender equality humility fairness

Mood

serious inspirational

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • policy making
  • education
  • family discussions

Key Concepts

ethical philosophy gender studies moral reasoning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you model fairness in daily interactions?
  • What biases hinder equal respect?
A Different Perspective

Cultural norms may resist gender equality.

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