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What does it mean?
Advice on marriage emphasizing that men should not make women feel inferior.
In plain terms
Men should not make women feel less important in marriage.
What can you take from it?
Treat spouses as equals in marriage.

Where it applies

  • marriage advice
  • domestic relations
  • family life

Putting it to work

  • treat spouse with respect
  • avoid oppression

Questions to consider

  • What makes a marriage equal?
  • How do you show respect?

Another view

It assumes traditional gender roles in the relationship.

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