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Be careful if you make a women cry, because God counts her…

“Be careful if you make a women cry, because God counts her tears. The woman came out of a man’s ribs. Not from his feet to be walked on, not from his head to be superior, but from his side to be equal, under the arm to be protected, and next to the heart to be loved.” quote by Matthew Henry
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“Be careful if you make a women cry, because God counts her tears. The woman came out of a man’s ribs. Not from his feet to be walked on, not from his head to be superior, but from his side to be equal, under the arm to be protected, and next to the heart to be loved.”

Matthew Henry

About This Quote

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

Women are created as equal partners, deserving respect and protection, not domination.

In simple terms: Women deserve equal respect and love.

Key Takeaway

Treat women as equals and protect them.

Themes

equality respect gender roles

Mood

reflective serious

Type

ethical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • workplace policies
  • family dynamics
  • education curricula

Key Concepts

theology human dignity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you demonstrate equality in daily life?
  • What barriers exist to treating women as equals?
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