Das Ewig-Weibliche zieht uns hinan.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The eternal feminine draws us toward it.
- In plain terms
- The timeless feminine attracts us.
- What can you take from it?
- There is an enduring, compelling feminine force.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does the 'eternal feminine' represent?
- How does this idea affect gender perceptions?
Another view
Interpretation varies widely and can be stereotypical.
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