What is a woman? A copy of the great original the Blessed Virgin Mary. She is the indispensible helpmate of man. She is his compliment not his replacement. She is the Bride ever seeking the Bridegroom in the Canticle of Canticles. She is Adam’s mysterious rib … his beloved and treasured heart! She suffers the same wounds as her man, but inwardly and quietly! Man saves through great exterior exertions, she by supporting him and bringing to birth and nourishing life.