Admire Quote by Howard Bloom
“Women encourage killers. They do it by falling in love with warriors and heroes. Men know it and respond with enthusiasm. The Crusaders marched off to war with ladies favors in their helmets. The heroes sliced up adults and baked infants on spits, all the while thinking of how the damsels back home would admire their bravery.”
About This Quote
The quote suggests that women’s romantic attraction to heroic warriors fuels male aggression and warlike behavior.
In simple terms: Women’s love of heroes encourages men to be violent.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how romanticized heroism can justify violence.
Themes
gender dynamics
war
hero worship
psychology
culture
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
commentary
When to use this quote
- military recruitment
- media portrayal of heroes
- personal relationships
- political propaganda
Key Concepts
masculine identity
social conditioning
mythic archetypes
Questions to Reflect On
- How does media shape our view of heroes?
- Can love be separated from violence?
A Different Perspective
The claim oversimplifies complex motivations and may ignore women's agency.
