If we have the courage and tenacity of our forebears, who stood firmly like a rock against the lash of slavery, we shall find a way to do for our day what they did for theirs.
Mary Mcleod BethuneRead
The true worth of a race must be measured by the character of its womanhood.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The value of a society is reflected in how it treats and values women.
Mary Mcleod Bethune's quote emphasizes that the true measure of a community or society lies in the dignity and character of its women. This suggests that the strength and values of a culture are revealed in the attitudes toward and treatment of women, highlighting the need for respect, empowerment, and equality as indicators of overall societal worth.
Themes
WorthRaceCharacterWomanhoodSocietyValue
In practice
Example use cases
In a women's empowerment seminar, this quote can be used to inspire discussion about gender equality.
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