Feminism Quote by Yasmin Mogahed
““What we so often forget is that God has honored the woman by giving her value in relation to God—not in relation to men. But as Western feminism erases God from the scene, there is no standard left—except men. As a result, the Western feminist is forced to find her value in relation to a man. And in so doing, she has accepted a faulty assumption. She has accepted that man is the standard, and thus a woman can never be a full human being until she becomes just like a man. When a man cut his hair short, she wanted to cut her hair short. When a man joined the army, she wanted to join the army. She wanted these things for no other reason than because the “standard” had it.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Soul of a Woman, Yasmin Mogahed, 2015
The quote argues that Western feminism often removes divine reference, causing women to base their worth on men, which leads to imitating men rather than embracing unique identity.
In simple terms: Women should find value in relation to God, not men.
Key Takeaway
Seek identity rooted in divine purpose.
Themes
feminism
theology
identity
gender roles
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- spiritual counseling
- gender studies
- faith communities
Key Concepts
divine worth
self-worth
cultural standards
Questions to Reflect On
- How can women cultivate self-worth independent of both patriarchal and feminist standards?
- What role does faith play in redefining gender identity?
A Different Perspective
If divine reference is removed, women may lack a stable standard for self-worth.
