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“Learn this now and learn it well, my daughter: Like a compass needle that points north, a man’s accusing finger always finds a woman. Always. You remember that, Mariam.” quote by Khaled Hosseini
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““Learn this now and learn it well, my daughter: Like a compass needle that points north, a man’s accusing finger always finds a woman. Always. You remember that, Mariam.””

Khaled Hosseini

About This Quote

Source Novel: A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini, 2007

Women are often blamed or targeted by men, reflecting a pervasive gender bias that persists across cultures.

In simple terms: Men often blame women.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and challenge gender bias.

Themes

gender bias power dynamics justice

Mood

frustrated reflective

Type

cautionary social commentary

When to use this quote

  • family relationships
  • legal systems
  • media representation

Key Concepts

patriarchy social conditioning blame

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this bias affect women's daily lives?
  • What can individuals do to counteract it?
A Different Perspective

Bias can be entrenched and hard to change.

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