English
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“Men play an equally decisive role in family life, particularly with regard to the protection and support of their wives and children […] The absence of a father gravely affects family life and the upbringing of children and their integration into society. This absence, which may be physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual”. (The Joy of Love, n.55)
Commentary
Rescuing the authentic masculinity of men is imperative for today´s families. And, the mission of women, who know how to be a wife and mother, cannot be substituted by any other. This mission is necessary for a man to discover himself and learn to be a man, a husband, and a father. It seems that men are being cast aside and not doing their part to resume such a crucial role in the family. We see women who decide to be single mothers as a life choice, children who grow up without a father figure, men who are alone and have no responsibilities.
Has a culture and society that discriminates against women, considers them inferior, and relegates them to a corner been such a good thing? Certainly not, because it obscures or denies women their enormous value and freedom to be all they are capable of as women. Nor can culture and society be good when men are absent as husbands and fathers, lack identity and personality, do not find their place or responsibilities, or perhaps run away from them. These are situations that are impoverishing families, causing imbalances and deficiencies in children, and deteriorating society. When they truly love each other, men and women fulfill themselves reciprocally as good spouses and parents.
