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What does it mean?
He reflects on women's origins and calls for both violent retribution and healing toward urging respect and protection of women.
In plain terms
He questions why men harm women and urges both to protect and heal them.
What can you take from it?
Respect women and work toward healing rather than violence.

Where it applies

  • relationships
  • community health

Putting it to work

  • promote respect
  • support women's wellbeing

Questions to consider

  • What concrete actions can replace violent threats in supporting women?

Another view

Violent rhetoric undermines the goal of healing.

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