Quote by Bertrand Russell

Male superiority in former days was easily demonstrated, because if a woman questioned her husband's he could beat her. From superiority in this respect others were thought to follow. Men were more reasonable than women, more inventive, less swayed b

Male superiority in former days was easily demonstrated, bec

Summary

This quote explains the former belief in male superiority, where physical dominance was used as evidence of men's superiority over women. In the past, if a woman dared to challenge her husband's authority, he could physically punish her. This physical control was seen as the basis for other perceived qualities of superiority like reason, inventiveness, and emotional stability. It highlights the unequal power dynamics that existed between genders, with men being perceived as more rational and capable than women.

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Men Women Superiority

By Bertrand Russell

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