Quote by Elizabeth Gilbert

Here's the thing: the unit of reverence in Europe is the family, which is why a child born today of unmarried parents in Sweden has a better chance of growing up in a house with both of his parents than a child born to a married couple in America. Here we revere the couple, there they revere the family.

Here's the thing: the unit of reverence in Europe is the fam

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This quote highlights the cultural differences in Europe and America when it comes to the unit of reverence. The author argues that in Europe, the family is highly esteemed, whereas in America, it is the couple. The author supports this perspective by pointing out that a child born to unmarried parents in Sweden is more likely to have both parents present than a child born to a married couple in America. These cultural values shape societal expectations and priorities concerning the importance and stability of different family structures.

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