It has been objected by some that woman is not equally
capable with man and that she is deficient by creation. This is pure
imagination. The difference in capability between man and woman is due entirely
to opportunity and education. Heretofore woman has been denied the right and
privilege of equal development. If equal opportunity be granted her, there is
no doubt she would be the peer of man. History will evidence this. In past ages
noted women have arisen in the affairs of nations and surpassed men in their accomplishments....
- ‘Abdu’l-Baha (From a talk, ‘The Promulgation of Universal Peace: Talks
Delivered by 'Abdu'l-Bahá during His Visit to the United States and Canada in
1912’; The Compilation of Compilations, vol. II, Women)
