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Breeding Quote by Kylie Tennant

“The civilization of cities is breeding a new race of monks who have none of the original religious drive towards chastity, but are just incapable of facing the responsibilities of marriage.” quote by Kylie Tennant
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“The civilization of cities is breeding a new race of monks who have none of the original religious drive towards chastity, but are just incapable of facing the responsibilities of marriage.”

Kylie Tennant

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Little Black Princess, 1937

Urban life creates secular "monks" who avoid marriage responsibilities, lacking traditional religious motives.

In simple terms: City living makes some avoid marriage duties.

Key Takeaway

Consider balance between independence and commitment.

Themes

urbanization spirituality marriage responsibility

Mood

reflective critical

Type

sociological observational

When to use this quote

  • career focus
  • relationship counseling
  • community building
  • personal development

Key Concepts

sociology modern secularism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why avoid marriage?
  • How does city life affect commitment?
A Different Perspective

May overgeneralize urban populations.

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