Approved Quote by Riane Eisler
“That both Muslim fundamentalists and the Christian right are today focusing their attempts to regain control in a rapidly changing world on frantic efforts to maintain control over women, particularly over women's sexuality. Moreover, given their mythologies about "holy wars," it is also understandable that they should use "divinely approved" violence to do so.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Chalice and the Blade, 1987
Both Muslim fundamentalists and the Christian right aim to control women’s sexuality, using divine justification for violence.
In simple terms: Control of women’s sexuality justified by religion.
Key Takeaway
Challenge gender oppression.
Themes
gender
religion
power
Mood
critical
urgent
Type
social
political
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- education
- activism
- legal advocacy
Key Concepts
patriarchy
violence
mythology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we separate faith from oppression?
- What strategies empower women?
A Different Perspective
Complex religious motivations may resist change.
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