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There are two powers in the world; one is the sword and the other is the pen. There is a great competition and rivalry between the two. There is a third power stronger than both, that of the women.
Muhammad Ali Jinnah
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Interpretation

What this quote means

The quote emphasizes the power dynamics between warfare, communication, and the strength of women in society.

Muhammad Ali Jinnah highlights the significant roles played by the sword and the pen in shaping the world. However, he argues that women possess a third, more powerful strength that surpasses the influence of both brute force and intellectual discourse, thus advocating for the recognition of women's contributions and capabilities in societal progress.

Themes

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In practice

Example use cases

In a speech about gender equality, one might use this quote to emphasize women's strength.

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