Courses Quote by Ethel M. Dell
“I love humility in a woman. It's so rare. With man, of course, it is practically extinct.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Carriage of Dreams”, 1915
Observes rarity of humility in women compared to men, implying a gendered moral decline.
In simple terms: Humility in women is rare.
Key Takeaway
Value humility regardless of gender.
Themes
gender
humility
social norms
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
advisory
When to use this quote
- dating
- workplace
- cultural critique
Key Concepts
masculinity
femininity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can humility be encouraged in all genders?
- What biases affect our view of humility?
A Different Perspective
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