Hey Singles,
As a counterpart to Mitspa's thread about looking for a traditional woman, I'd really like to hear your thoughts about what exactly "traditional" is. Personally, I think the very definition of what's considered "traditional" has radically changed just because societal norms have changed so much over time. I am NOT saying that GOD'S laws have changed, but rather, what's seen everyday in society certainly has, which changes people's perceptions of what "traditional" might mean.
What would a "traditional" man look like in today's world? (At least, what does the term "traditional" mean to you?)
I was talking with a young co-worker who asked if my parents were married. "Yes,", I replied, "They're only a few years shy of 50 years." "WOW," my young comrade replied. "I wonder what that's even like. My Mom and Dad were never married, and my Dad had several other children with a bunch of other women." To this person, "traditional" would mean that one's parents are married and stay together.
I'm writing this thread not because I myself am looking for a traditional man in particular--I'm not opposed to a good Godly traditional man of course--but
since there's been so much talk about what a traditional WOMAN supposedly is, or supposedly should be, I'd like to know what a traditional man would look like today. Is he a provider? Should he be expected to the sole source of income with a wife who doesn't work? Will he make all the major family decisions with little to no input from the other family members?
I come from what I consider a traditional home myself, with a man who provided (but most certainly doesn't lord over any of us) and a mom who stayed at home. But because my Dad has a more laid-back, "What does everyone in the family have to say before we make a final decision?" attitude, I'm sure some people would say even my family isn't "traditional enough."
How can we recognize a "traditional" man in today's society?
(Yes, I know some people are going to be shocked by the brevity of this thread. Just in case anyone feels cheated, I'll make up for it in the next one I plan to start.
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