Anguish Quote by Elizabeth Cady Stanton
“The bible teaches that woman brought sin and death into the world, that she precipitated the fall of the race, that she was arraigned before the judgment seat of Heaven, tried, condemned and sentenced. Marriage for her was to be a condition of bondage, maternity a period of suffering and anguish, and in silence and subjection, she was to play the role of a dependent on man's bounty for all her material wants, and for all the information she might desire...Here is the bible position of woman briefly summed up.”
About This Quote
The excerpt summarizes a traditional biblical view that portrays women as subordinate, suffering, and dependent on men for material and intellectual needs.
In simple terms: Describes a historic religious view of women as subordinate.
Key Takeaway
Challenge restrictive narratives and promote gender equality.
Themes
gender roles
religion
history
equality
patriarchy
Mood
reflective
determined
hopeful
Type
historical
advocacy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- education advocacy
- legal reform
- public speaking
- writing essays
Key Concepts
Biblical interpretation
social hierarchy
women's rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How do religious texts influence gender norms?
- What actions can reshape these narratives?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary across cultures and denominations, and not all believers accept this view.
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