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Courage to be is the key to revelatory power of the feminist revolution.
Mary Daly
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Embracing one's identity and existence is essential for the transformative strength of feminism.

Mary Daly emphasizes that the essence of feminism lies in the courage to embrace one's existence and identity. This courage acts as a powerful catalyst for change and revelation within the feminist movement, allowing individuals to challenge societal norms and assert their rights and identities confidently.

Themes

CourageFeminismRevolutionIdentityPower

In practice

Example use cases

In a speech about women's empowerment, one might say, 'As Mary Daly expressed, the courage to be is the key to the vigor of our feminist revolution.'

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