Les meres de famille devraient rechercher de pareils hommes pour leurs filles: l'Esprit est protecteur comme la Divinite, le Desenchantement est perspicace comme un chirurgien, l'Experience est prevoyante comme une mere. Ces trois sentiments sont les vertus theologales du mariage.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Mothers should seek men who embody protective spirit, discerning insight, and foresight—these are the theological virtues of marriage.
- In plain terms
- Ideal partners combine protection, insight, and foresight.
- What can you take from it?
- Look for these virtues when choosing a spouse.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Which virtue matters most to you in a partner?
- Can virtues be taught?
Another view
People may prioritize other traits over theological virtues.
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