Quote by Elizabeth Cady Stanton

We found nothing grand in the history of the Jews nor in the morals inculcated in the Pentateuch. I know of no other books that so fully teach the subjection and degradation of woman.

We found nothing grand in the history of the Jews nor in the

Summary

This quote suggests a negative view towards the history of Jews and the teachings found in the Pentateuch, which is the first five books of the Hebrew Bible. The speaker implies that they were unable to identify anything admirable or remarkable in Jewish history. Furthermore, they believe that the Pentateuch promotes the subjugation and lower status of women. The quote reflects a critical perspective towards the Jewish people and the values presented in their religious text, emphasizing the speaker's opposition to the treatment of women as depicted in these teachings.

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