The woman was made of a rib out of the side of Adam; not made out of his head to rule over him, nor out of his feet to be trampled upon by him, but out of his side to be equal with him, under his arm to be protected, and near his heart to be beloved.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This describes the biblical creation of woman as a companion equal to man, meant for protection and love rather than domination or servitude.
- In plain terms
- Women were made from Adam's side to be his equal partner not his ruler or servant.
- What can you take from it?
- Partnership should be based on equality and mutual care.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How should partners relate?
- What does equality look like?
Another view
The quote relies on a specific religious interpretation.
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