feminism

In a recent discussion, I contended that throughout history — where ever there was a good and decent man, women have always had equal rights.

Here is a little proof that my argument holds some validity:

In 1837, when the celebrated Theodore Parker married Miss Lydia Dodge Cabot, he entered in his journal on his wedding day the following resolutions:

“1. Never, except for the best of reasons, to oppose my wife’s will.
2. To discharge all duties for her sake freely.
3. Never to scold.
4. Never to look cross at her.
5. Never to weary her with commands.
6. To promote her piety.
7. To bear her burdens.
8. To overlook her foibles.
9. To save, cherish, and forever defend her.
10. To remember her always most fervently in my prayers.
Thus, God willing, we shall be blessed.”