Children Quote by Kahlil Gibran
““People often say women want to be loved. But they really want much more. Many women want to bear children; and their very being wants to give children life. She often desires men just as a key to the child that is in her to give life to.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Prophet, 1923
Women’s desire for love is intertwined with a deeper instinct to create and nurture life.
In simple terms: Women seek love and the chance to give birth.
Recognize the link between love and creation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenthood planning
- relationship counseling
- family discussions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal desires shape your view of love?
- How does societal expectation influence your choices?
Assuming all women share this motive oversimplifies diverse motivations.