Marriage Quote by R.C. Sproul
““One excruciating problem faced by single women-more so in past generations than today-is caused by the unwritten rule of our society that allows men the freedom actively to pursue a marriage partner while women are considered loose if they actively pursue a prospective husband. No biblical rule says that a woman eager to be married should be passive. There is nothing that prohibits her from actively seeking a suitable mate.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Notable Sermons by R.C. Sproul, 1990s
Societal norms often label women who actively seek marriage as improper, while men face no such double standard.
In simple terms: Women are judged differently for pursuing partners.
Key Takeaway
Challenge gendered expectations.
Themes
gender roles
double standards
marriage
social norms
Mood
frustrated
determined
Type
social commentary
critical.
When to use this quote
- dating apps
- career networking
- social events
- online communities
Key Concepts
feminist theory
social conditioning
religious interpretation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront double standards in your life?
- What alternatives exist to passive courtship?
A Different Perspective
Cultural change is slow and resistance persists.
![“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-from-home_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
