That beautiful mild woman for whose sake There's many a…
“That beautiful mild woman for whose sake There's many a one shall find out all heartache On finding that her voice is sweet and low Replied, 'To be born a woman is to know- Although they do not talk of it at school - That we must labor to be beautiful.”
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 expected to endure suffering silently, equating beauty with labor.
In simple terms: Beauty demands hidden toil.
Key Takeaway
Recognize hidden burdens.
Themes
beauty
womanhood
suffering
societal expectations
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
poetic
feminist
When to use this quote
- marriage
- career
- social pressure
Key Concepts
gender roles
silent labor
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden work do women do?
- Is beauty worth the pain?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing sacrifice can harm self‑worth.