Chaste Quote by G. E. M. Anscombe
“Christianity taught that men ought to be as chaste as pagans thought honest women ought to be; the contraceptive morality teaches that women need to be as little chaste as pagans thought men need be.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Moral Philosophy, 1958
Critiques double gendered double standards in sexual morality, highlighting contradictions in expectations for men and women.
In simple terms: Gender double standards in sexual morals.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge unequal moral expectations.
Themes
gender
morality
double standards
sexual ethics
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- religious discourse
- gender politics
- sexual education
- legal reform
Key Concepts
feminist critique
ethical inconsistency
Questions to Reflect On
- How do these standards affect personal relationships?
- What reforms could create equitable moral expectations?
A Different Perspective
May overlook cultural context and individual autonomy.
