All things Quote by Euripides
“The wife should yield in all things to her lord”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Trojan Women, 415 BC
A wife is expected to submit to her husband's authority in all matters.
In simple terms: Traditional view of marital hierarchy.
Key Takeaway
Question gender expectations.
Themes
gender roles
marriage
power dynamics
ancient society
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
historical
When to use this quote
- historical analysis
- modern marriage debates
- literary critique
Key Concepts
patriarchy
obedience
social norms
Questions to Reflect On
- Is total submission realistic today?
- How do cultural shifts challenge this view?
A Different Perspective
The ideal assumes universal acceptance of female subordination.
