Education, while it is invaluable for intellectual development, does not inherently cultivate decency or kind-heartedness. Some of the most educated individuals can hold deeply orthodox, bigoted, and regressive views. While education imparts knowledge and skill, it does not necessarily address or alter personal values, ethics, or emotional intelligence.
A person’s upbringing plays a crucial role in shaping their character. The values instilled by family, the emotional environment of the home, and early social interactions significantly influence one’s moral compass. For instance, an individual raised in an environment that promotes empathy, respect, and open-mindedness is more likely to exhibit these traits, regardless of their educational background.
Speaking of which, a woman took to X to suggest that fellow women should marry a man who comes from an educated family. Instead of generational wealth, she asked women to seek a partner with generational education. She shared how she is married into a family where both her in-laws are professors and it makes her feel immensely liberated.
Marrying the right guy matters, but marrying into an educated family is so important & often less talked about. My in-laws, both professors, make me feel so liberated! To younger women, my advice: Marry into generational education, not generational wealth. You’ll be much happier.
— दामिनी (@DammitDamini) May 17, 2024
However, her stance started a debate on the platform where, while a section of people supported her suggestions, a lot of individuals claimed that education cannot guarantee a kind-hearted and emotionally intelligent person.
Here’s how people responded to her post:
Marry into generational kindness. Aunt married the son of professors. They harassed her for dowry. https://t.co/weHjFlKxSm
— Lila Krishna (@lilastories) May 18, 2024
Education has nothing to do with being progressive or empathetic. I’ve seen and known many highly educated people who are super regressive in thoughts and actions, especially when it comes to women. https://t.co/UKhcRa2yyX
— S (@skodithala) May 18, 2024
Generationally progressive and an empathetic family should be the goal for any woman. Education doesn’t equate pure intentions and good behaviour neither does generational wealth. https://t.co/8hrScFwCUp
— 𝒱 (@viniizhimomi) May 18, 2024
Funny story. One reason my father married my mother ( beside the fact that she’s very pretty) was coz my grandfather was a professor. The other potential match was a politician’s daughter. He’s always respected knowledge and intellect far more than the flashy things in life. 🙂 https://t.co/9cr05F6MXx
— Shabdita (@Shabdita_S) May 18, 2024
get married to a kind and civil person, a couple of degrees and qualifications are of no use when you are miserable being around them https://t.co/tl81qpiCHx
— Khushi Bohra (@khushibohra3105) May 18, 2024
Education one, but liberal is important, I am married into a family who emphasised on education and equal rights !!! Both the boys are extremely well educated and hence my in laws understand the desire to work, the need to pursue education and be independent !!! https://t.co/0HCP9n136f
— Radha✨ (@haanmainradha) May 18, 2024
I know literally tons of ppl who are educated to the max but still conservative af. There’s somethings that education just can’t give. https://t.co/alKsyFWLpT
— Shiva Seshasai (@shiva_seshasai) May 18, 2024
Believe me…
That “generational educated” category is often the most orthodox and the most regressive one.
You can educate people who are ignorant but what about these people who perfectly know what they are doing?
Don’t fall for the trap. DON’T. https://t.co/iKqsC8qheb— Dharshini (@itzme_dharshni) May 18, 2024
As if education were an indicator of good behavior and pure intentions! Damn it Damini! Edhayadhu olara koodadhu.
Generational education is the biggest privilege if thats what you mean. It doesn’t mean anything if isn’t put it to good use. Ex. Many orange monkeys are educated🤷🏾♀️ https://t.co/77ACC7LQJW— Bright In Red (@brightinred) May 18, 2024
Do you agree with what is being expressed here?