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[from 'Politics' by Aristotle, in 24. Political Theory / D. Ideologies / 12. Feminism ]

Full Idea

It is necessary to look to the constitution in educating both women and children, if indeed it makes any difference to the excellence of a city that its children be excellent, and its women too.

Gist of Idea

Both women and children should be educated, as this contributes to a city's excellence

Source

Aristotle (Politics [c.332 BCE], 1260b14)

Book Reference

Aristotle: 'Politics', ed/tr. Reeve,C.D.C. [Hackett 2017], p.21


A Reaction

He consistently classes women as inferior, so it is a bit surprising to find that women need to be educated. They are not full citizens, but are part of the community, of which all parts need to be excellent.