Able Quote by Helen H. Gardener
“It is thought strange and particularly shocking by some persons for a woman to question the absolute correctness of the Bible. She is supposed to be able to go through this world with her eyes shut, and her mouth open wide enough to swallow Jonah and the Garden of Eden without making a wry face... Of all human beings a woman should spurn the Bible first.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Women and Religion, 1895
Challenges the expectation that women accept religious doctrine without critique, highlighting gendered double standards.
In simple terms: Women should be free to question sacred texts.
Key Takeaway
Encourage critical thinking about faith.
Themes
gender
religion
authority
skepticism
Mood
defiant
thoughtful
Type
critical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- personal study
- interfaith dialogue
- public speaking
Key Concepts
feminist critique
theology
social norms
Questions to Reflect On
- How does questioning scripture empower women?
- What risks arise from challenging religious authority?
A Different Perspective
May be seen as disrespectful to believers.
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