The text discusses the differences between men and women with a focus on the presence of facial hair in men, considered a symbolic ornament of masculinity. It explores how facial hair affects perceptions and respects received by men and how children perceive and react to beards. The text argues the implications of beard presence on societal roles and contributions.
Human Limbs.
Their lies boldly come to assistance.
It seems that only the chin and the sides of the cheeks of men are confirmed with the hairy beard; thus distinguishing between man and woman, as well as an undeniable decoration of masculine dignity; which appearance, women mostly do not need because their beauty mostly lies in the smoothness of the skin and apparent aptitude of the features, from which the fine lines of the hairy eyebrows are supplied.
We have often wondered if children, from observing beards, whether a pair of good mustaches or a rugged chin, and the significant eyebrows, no longer have respect for their father than their mother; for anger or distress, when they have been provoked, is expressed through a furrowed brow and stern appearance made more prominent by the beard, can cause fear among the sensitive minds of children. It is also seen that children from a young age are fascinated by men with beards; especially the little girls, who are tempted to imagine or believe that they will also get a beard; but usually around 15 or 16 years, these fears are dispelled. And if one would argue that the men who are disadvantaged by the beard's lack born; or married; It is also well known how certain a.
Translation Notes:
Menselijke Ledematen: Translated as 'Human Limbs' but can also relate to 'Human Studies' in the context of figure drawing.
Ontfaschielijke: Translated as 'Undeniable,' referring to the undeniable nature of the decoration of masculine dignity.
Vercieiringe: Decoration, used here in an ornamental sense relating to dignity or appearance.