Burden Quote by Isak Dinesen
“There is hardly any other sphere in which prejudice and superstition of the most horrific kind have been retained so long as in that of women, and just as it must have been an inexpressable relief for humanity when it shook off the burden of religious prejudice and superstition, I think it will be truly glorious when women become real people and have the whole world open before them.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Women and Progress, 1935
A critique of longstanding prejudice against women, likening its removal to freeing humanity from religious superstition, and celebrating future gender equality.
In simple terms: Prejudice against women is a deep-rooted superstition that must end.
Key Takeaway
Support gender equality for societal advancement.
Themes
gender equality
prejudice
social change
human rights
empowerment
history
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- education initiatives
- workplace inclusion
Key Concepts
feminist theory
social liberation
human development
Questions to Reflect On
- What barriers still hinder women’s full participation?
- How can societies accelerate gender equality?
A Different Perspective
Change requires systemic effort and cultural shift.
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