Quote by Shirin Ebadi

Women are the victims of this patriarchal culture, but they are also its carriers. Let us keep in mind that every oppressive man was raised in the confines of his mother's home.

Women are the victims of this patriarchal culture, but they

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This quote highlights the complex dynamic between women and patriarchal culture. While women often suffer as victims of patriarchal systems, this quote reminds us that women also play a role in perpetuating these oppressive systems. It underscores the significance of understanding that every oppressive man, who may enforce patriarchal norms, was raised and influenced by women within the confines of their own homes. This statement invites reflection on the interdependence between women's experiences, motherhood, and the larger societal structures that reinforce gender inequality.

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