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Oh boy, here comes the charge of the Neanderthals!

Seriously, both people need a clear understanding of their expectations of the other during the engagement period. If they differ widely, that is a good reason to not get married. My view is that this is a Biblical partnership and yes, in Paul's letter to the Ephesians he does say that the husband is "the head of the wife." But a lot of guys like to conveniently forget the next verse which says that husbands are to love their wives the way Christ loved the church. Paul also exhorts men to be the spiritual leaders of their families. I have seen families where the woman is the spiritual leader and it's typically because some guy has dropped the ball....he isn't there or refuses to attend church.

In any event, following biblical principles and having a whole lot of communication on this before and during the marriage is the key to success.

2006-12-05 10:28:25 · answer #1 · answered by lmnop 6 · 6 0

The role of the woman in marriage is different because there are healthy and unhealthy marriages. And everyone is different. Some men are very demanding and controlling and expect the wife to do all things. Some men want to do all the things for the women they love. It just depends. A marriage is between her and her husband and may very well differ from one marriage to the next. She would want to have a very supportive husband, family and friends.

2006-12-05 11:45:46 · answer #2 · answered by WhyNotMe 6 · 0 0

Well, you actually have a few questions there. The role of a (single) woman is different from that of a wife.

And there is no one correct answer for either. The role of a woman is defined largely by the society in which she lives. In many cultures, especially more primitive ones, a woman's role centers on nurture: childcare, maintenance of the home, nursing, preparation of food, etc. These are natural given the physical characteristics of the female, and some scientists believe that women are emotionally and mentally more capable of these kinds of tasks. We see more varied roles for women in modern cultures, where women have proven totally capable of tasks that vary from physical labor to military and organizational leadership - roles that are traditionally male in the older cultures.

Religion as part of culture is often a key factor in defining male and female roles. Of course, to a strict adherent to a religion, these roles are defined by God and are therefore absolute. Looking at gender roles from outside we might question, say, the role of women in Islam, or in 18th century England. But a woman growing up in that culture, immersed in it her whole life, might be comfortable with the security and focus that culture, society, and religion have given her.

That's the book answer. My personal feelings are that, in general, woman ARE better at nurturing than are men, and that a good male-female partnership will take advantage of those strengths. But I also believe that women should use their physical, emotional, and mental strengths to their fullest, close to the cultural limits of the society in which they live, which may mean anything from running a business out of the home to being a construction worker to being a national leader.

2006-12-05 10:46:57 · answer #3 · answered by dougdell 4 · 1 0

A woman / Wife has no roll except to be a equal and stand beside a good man. A good woman will give her all to a good man if she love him and a good man will do the same. There is no woman's work or mans work unless the woman does not have the physical ability to do something at which time a good man would step in and do it. As I see it the only thing a woman can do a man can't is give birth. other than that it is equal in all aspects of life.

2006-12-05 10:36:03 · answer #4 · answered by henelson3 2 · 3 0

I always hated the saying that a wifes place in in the home so i worked while the kids were in school and was home in the afternoon with them. then i read a book called happy housewives. it made me realize that a womans place really is in the home. not only is it better for the children, it's better for the woman. the kids are happier, she's happier and not so stressed. everyone eats better and things just seem to fall into place when the woman stays home and lets the man be in charge. i quit my job last year and am now a stay at home mom. i used to get major stress headaches all the time from working outside the home. being a housewife has been so much better for me and my family. borrow the book from the library and see for yourself what i mean

2006-12-05 12:02:39 · answer #5 · answered by maggie_englehart 3 · 0 1

I'm not sure what you are asking? or what you want from Justify it.....The role of a woman or wife could be many different things in aspects of in the home, at work ect......

2006-12-05 10:30:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

As a partner in a marriage, one of two people together as a couple. Anything else is up to the two people to decide as far as "roles" -- who does what jobs, household tasks, handles the money, etc. Because of biology the woman *has to be* the one to carry and bear children if there are any, but other than that -- anything goes as long as the couple agree. Nobody else has any business defining any "roles" for anybody.

2006-12-05 10:30:47 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2 1

It really depends on the dinamics of the individual relationship. Personally, I'm the best friend, lover, home maker, care taker, & the house goofball lol. My role is that because I choose it. I don't work right now, so I feel that I should contribute in other ways in our home.

2006-12-05 10:29:09 · answer #8 · answered by pr1ncezz 5 · 0 0

everythng should be 1/2 and 1/2. woman are capable of everything. they can do as little or as much as they like, just like men. the key is to find he perfect fit for you. a wife should be loving, caring and supportive, as should the man.

2006-12-05 10:29:12 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3 0

I truly do not fully understand your question. But the duty of a women is to be herself and respectful. The duties of a wife is to nurture her family, have babies, pamper herself, work a job and have fun with her girl friends. If you want you can say a woman does it all.

2006-12-05 10:31:06 · answer #10 · answered by Mo 5 · 1 1

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