A question regarding relationships where the man is the "head of the household," and divorce rates.?

Question

Often times we see women on here claiming they are "submissive wives." There are of course a fair share of men who reply with "I wish there were more women like you." Now I am not saying that these lifestyles are wrong or inferior, but I am addressing the claim by these people that their lifestyles are somehow more righteous and successful than so-called "50/50 partnerships." My question to these people is if your lifestyle is indeed so successful and righteous, then why do you think self-described conservative Christians who most likely suscribe to the "the man is the head of household" idea, have the highest divorce rate in the United States?

http://www.religioustolerance.org/chr_dira.htm

Answer 1

Very good point...Bravo Zulu for realizing that...

but i don't think you will get many answers.

They dont like that idea that feminist relationships...where husband and wife are equal in the marriage.  Have a much higher success rate and by definition are a healthier relationship then a traditional marriage.

Answer 2

i've read that about divorce rates. and i've also read that partnership marriages are successful.

also, catholics are just as likely to seek abortions as noncatholics.

on a similar note, recently, there was an article saying that the world does not see the usa as having legitimate scientific power/status b/c many in the usa question evolution and stem-cell research. so know, our reputation has been tarnished.  

i don't mind that ppl have different views, but when they cause problems with others who don't hold the same views, that's when i am ticked off.

Answer 3

I have no idea. I like being submissive to my husband because I have found that I am happier that way.  I think people who hanker for that kind of relationship are likely to be happier if they get it.

However, perhaps conservative Christians are likely to divorce because not enough of them are practicing that kind of relationship because it's what they really want, but just because it's what they think they ought to do.  maybe they're not really happy with it.  Or maybe men who want their wives to be submissive don't pay enough attention to the Biblical injunction to 'love their wives as their own bodies.'

Answer 4

HOLY MOLY untamed, that is officaly the first time i've heard anyone "bravo zulu" outside of work. LOL.

but anyway, many christian women feel the bible teaches them that the man must be master in all things. this is not true at all, and leads to very miserable marriages.

Answer 5

They tend to avoid empirical evidence and bring up the old "But God said so!" argument again.

Answer 6

I beg your pardon I never once said I was submissive; nor will you ever hear me say that.  Now, as when I was married to "Gabe" we got divorced because we weren't hitting it off; a girl has to play it smart; you know her happiness always comes first and foremost.  Don't you think so?  <c***s brows>

Answer 7

i see all is quiet on the board now that a valid point has been made.

i would also wager that this type of marriage would result in some bitter feelings. that is why they divorce more and come on, the sanctimonious trolls on here are obviously bitter. i doubt if they would tell us if they were going through a divorce and if they are, they always blame the woman.

good points!