Marriage Quote by Daphne du Maurier
““Here is Tom Jenkyns, honest and dull, except when he drank too much. It's true that his wife was a scold, but that was no excuse to kill her. If we killed women for their tongues all men would be murderers.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Mary Anne, 1954
The quote critiques gendered violence, suggesting that if women were killed for speaking, men would be murderers, highlighting absurdity of blaming victims.
In simple terms: Violence against women is unjust and illogical.
Key Takeaway
Challenge societal norms that excuse violence.
Themes
gender
violence
justice
morality
social critique
Mood
somber
critical
thoughtful
Type
social
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Legal reform
- education
- activism
- media representation
Key Concepts
Patriarchal oppression
ethical paradox
feminist critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies better protect women's voices?
- What systemic changes reduce gendered violence?
A Different Perspective
The statement may oversimplify complex social issues and could be misinterpreted.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
