The Christian Family

by Herman Bavinck

during the time when puberty occurs, separation is desirable. Coeducation, which has been recommended for a long time from various quarters, has not met the expectation; it is damaging to both parties. In the interest of their physical and emotional constitution, and with a view to their vocation, girls need a different education than boys.

the solution of the women’s issue lies generally and predominantly not in being separated from the family, but in returning to the family.

In his eyes the widow’s mite is more valuable than the gift flowing from a person’s abundance, because it embodies self-sacrifice and he himself attaches his blessing to that.