Every Square Inch Podcast The Mighty Meekness of Masculinity: Part 6 - The History of Fallen Masculinity
Aug 18, 2025
Explore the dual nature of male leadership, where sacrificial strength plays a crucial role in cultural flourishing. Delve into the historical evolution of masculinity, examining how the Industrial Revolution shifted traits from virtuous to toxic ambitions. Unpack harmful stereotypes that emerged over time and discover glimmers of hope for redemption through a renewed understanding of masculinity. Reflect on the struggles men face in achieving their ideal selves, emphasizing the transformative power of faith.
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Sacrificial Strength As Social Role
- Masculine strength should be sacrificial, bound by a code of service and protection for the vulnerable.
- Robert Cunningham argues this chivalric ethic is the informal leadership men ought to provide in society.
The Fall Twisted Male Glory
- Genesis 3 introduced a gendered consequence where male strength became selfish and dominating instead of selfless and protective.
- Cunningham frames history as the repeated fulfillment of 'he shall rule over you' after the fall.
Patriarchs' Failures Exposed
- The Old Testament displays pervasive masculine abuses like polygamy and sexual exploitation among major patriarchs.
- Cunningham lists Abraham, Jacob, David, and others to show biblical honesty about male failure.