How would you analyse the problem of male/female relationships and their consequent conflicts?
The problem is threefold. Firstly, biological difference. Secondly, social values and conditions. And thirdly, the spiritual and mental aspect, including one’s capabilities. There is no question on the third point. For women, too, can reach ultimate Truth and become “Phra Arahant” (enlightened ones). But even Phra Arahant cannot remove themselves from the world. That’s why we have to take into account what determines our place in society. Nature and social conditions are correlated. Women’s biological nature has placed them socially at a disadvantage. And because of this biological predestination, it is more difficult for women than men to live a life that is free and independent from society. – According to feminist thinking, differences between women and men mainly come from culture and socialisation. But the truth of biological difference is indisputable. Women are childbearers. And women are immediately in a different social position for this reason alone. Women have to be constan
