Connections Quote by Sue Monk Kidd
“The second thing I wrote down that day was that exclusive male imagery of the Divine not only instilled an imbalance within human consciousness, it legitimized patriarchal power in the culture at large. Here alone is enough reason to recover the Divine Feminine, for there is a real and undeniable connection between the repression of the feminine in our deity and the repression of women.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Dance of the Dissident Daughter, 1998
Patriarchal depictions of the divine marginalize women and reinforce gender oppression; restoring feminine divine balances consciousness.
In simple terms: Male‑only divine images harm women.
Key Takeaway
Reclaim feminine spiritual symbols.
Themes
gender
spirituality
power
culture
Mood
inspirational
empowering
Type
theological
feminist
When to use this quote
- religious education
- women’s leadership training
- artistic expression
- counseling sessions
Key Concepts
feminist theology
mythology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does divine imagery shape gender roles?
- What practices restore balance?
A Different Perspective
Some may view divine feminine as symbolic only.
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