Husband Quote by Ovid
“She that weds well will wisely match her love, Nor be below her husband nor above.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Metamorphoses, Book 15, 8th century
A proverb advises a wife to maintain balance, not surpassing nor falling below her husband.
In simple terms: Wife should match husband, not dominate or be dominated.
Key Takeaway
Seek equilibrium in partnership rather than competition.
Themes
marriage
balance
gender roles
Mood
thoughtful
traditional
analytical
Type
proverbial
philosophical
cultural
When to use this quote
- marital counseling
- gender studies
- family meetings
- personal reflection
- cultural analysis
Key Concepts
equality
social expectations
relationship dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this advice fit modern views on partnership?
- What balance looks like for you?
A Different Perspective
May reinforce traditional hierarchies, limiting autonomy.
![“A mind conscious of right laughs at the falsehoods of rumour. [Lat., Conscia mens recti famae mendacia risit.]” quote by Ovid](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/95c/ovid-276_conscious_a-mind-conscious-of-right-laughs-at-the_12185.jpg)
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
