For every force charged by God, may He be exalted, with some business is an angel put in charge.
MaimonidesRead
Humanizing birth means understanding that the woman giving birth is a human being, not a machine and not just a container for making babies. Showing women-half of all people-that they are inferior and inadequate by taking away their power to give birth is a tragedy for all society.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing the humanity and power of women in the childbirth process.
Marsden Wagner's quote advocates for a compassionate and respectful approach to childbirth by highlighting the intrinsic humanity of women. Instead of viewing women as mere vessels for reproduction, it calls for society to acknowledge their strength and agency, asserting that underestimating their power to give birth not only harms women but also has detrimental effects on society as a whole.
Themes
BirthWomenHumanityPowerSociety
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared at a women's rights conference to emphasize the importance of empowering women in all aspects of society.
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