Bears Quote by Alexandre Dumas-fils
“The chains of marriage are so heavy that it takes two to bear them, sometimes three.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas, 1844
Marriage is a shared burden that often requires more than two partners to manage its weight.
In simple terms: Marriage needs teamwork and sometimes extra support.
Key Takeaway
Seek partners who share responsibilities.
Themes
commitment
relationships
burden
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family planning
- cohabitation
- polygamy
- support networks
Key Concepts
shared responsibility
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you distribute responsibilities in your partnership?
- When is extra help justified?
A Different Perspective
Not all marriages are equal; power dynamics can make the load uneven.
![“The rationale which accompanies that imposition of male authority euphemistically referred to as 'the battle of the sexes' bears a certain resemblance to the formulas of nations at war, where any heinousness is justified on the grounds that the enemy is either an inferior [part of the] species or…” quote by Kate Millett](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/895/kate-millett-7301_accompany_the-rationale-which-accompanies-that-imp_8896.jpg)
