“The word 'sin' is derived from the Indo-European root 'es-,' meaning 'to be.' When I discovered this etymology, I intuitively understood that for a woman trapped in patriarchy... 'to be' in the fullest sense is 'to sin'.”

Mary Daly

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About Mary Daly

Feminist Philosopher American

Mary Daly was an American radical feminist philosopher, theologian, and ethicist who taught at Boston College for 33 years. Known for her groundbreaking and controversial work, she challenged traditional patriarchal...

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