Title: Women: Masters or Mothers?
Author: Bhakti Vikasa Swami
Publisher: Bhakti Vikas Trust
Publication Date: 1992
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Pages: 243
Women, Masters or Mothers? explores traditional perspectives on the direction of the Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement, advocating for Śrīla Prabhupāda’s vision of establishing varṇāśrama-dharma rather than conforming to secular cultural norms and ideologies. The book delves into topics such as gender roles, parental responsibilities, critiques of feminism, and Śrīla Prabhupāda’s teachings on subjects like early marriage, divorce, and polygamy.
Presented in a clear and logical manner, the book argues that embracing the roles of a God-conscious, devoted mother and a chaste housewife is ideal for women worldwide. It suggests that this approach can mend society’s breakdown, reduce single-parent households, and restore happiness to family life, which has become increasingly rare in modern times.
