Brows Quote by Anna Julia Cooper
“... while our men seem thoroughly abreast of the times on almost every other subject, when they strike the woman question they drop back into sixteenth century logic. They leave nothing to be desired generally in regard to gallantry and chivalry, but they actually do not seem sometimes to have outgrown that old contemporary of chivalry--the idea that women may stand on pedestals or live in doll houses,... but they must not furrow their brows with thought or attempt to help men tug at the great questions of the world.”
About This Quote
Men cling to outdated, patriarchal views, limiting women's intellectual participation despite progress in other areas.
In simple terms: Men still hold old sexist ideas.
Key Takeaway
Challenge gender stereotypes.
Themes
gender equality
education
patriarchy
social progress
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
advocacy
When to use this quote
- academic discourse
- policy making
- public debate
Key Concepts
feminist theory
cultural critique
historical analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies move beyond entrenched sexism?
- What role does education play in reshaping gender norms?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑seated attitudes requires systemic effort.
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