Christianity Quote by George William Curtis
“The test of civilization is the estimate of woman. Among savages she is a slave. In the dark ages of Christianity she is a toy and a sentimental goddess. With increasing moral light, and greater liberty, and more universal justice, she begins to deve”
About This Quote
Source Speech: The Advancement of Women, 1885
Civilization's progress is measured by how it treats women; historically they have been oppressed.
In simple terms: Society's worth is how it treats women.
Key Takeaway
Promote gender equality for true progress.
Themes
gender equality
civilization
human rights
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
advocacy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- workplace policies
- education reform
- legal rights
- social movements
Key Concepts
patriarchy
liberation
justice
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can we take today?
- How do cultural norms hinder equality?
A Different Perspective
Change is gradual and faces resistance.
