Un homme ne peut se marier sans avoir etudie l'anatomie et disseque une femme au moins.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A man should study anatomy and dissect a woman before marrying, implying deep knowledge is required for intimacy.
- In plain terms
- Know a woman intimately before marriage.
- What can you take from it?
- Learn about a partner before committing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does true intimacy involve?
- Is knowledge enough for love?
Another view
It uses violent imagery and treats women as specimens.
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