Out of respect for custom he treats me as if all women were equally worthless. He gives custom more respect than he gives me
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker feels valued less than tradition due to gender customs.
- In plain terms
- He treats me poorly because custom says women are worthless.
- What can you take from it?
- Customs can override individual respect.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who is devalued by customs?
Another view
Respecting tradition has some value.
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