Quote by Ambrose Bierce

Marriage, n: the state or condition of a community consisting of a master, a mistress, and two slaves, making in all, two.

Marriage, n: the state or condition of a community consistin

Summary

This quote, Ñonveyed by Ambrose Bierce, offers a satirical definition of marriage. Bierce humorously presents marriage as a societal construct in which a husband and wife become masters, and the spouses themselves become slaves. By stating that a married couple consists of two individuals, Bierce implies the power dynamics that can exist within a traditional marriage. The quote critiques traditional gender roles and the potential inequality within marital relationships, provoking thought about the dynamics and expectations of partnerships.

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By Ambrose Bierce

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