What does it mean to be a man?

[xman59]

a man takes responsibility for what he does
he takes care of his family,,
does not live off the tax payers
he teaches his kids right from wrong
he treats his wife like she is worthy to be his wife and worthy to be his children's mother
at least some point his life he has given of himself for God, country, state or community
he would fight to the death to defend his family

[AntlerCollector]

If you’ve ever been to a Lynyrd Skynyrd concert, you’ll know that this isn’t necessarily a good qualifier. I seen some “ladies” that flat out did not give a shee-it about skipping the line for the women’s restroom and hiking a leg to use the urinal in the men’s.

No doubt, but they ain't "Ladies."

[Shane]

Some of you scoff at the question, but I think it is an important one. There is quite a bit of whining on this site about societal woes in our modern day. It is my belief that those woes are directly related to concept and responsibility of a man. Men are softer, less bold and allow ourselves to be more moveable than generations before. Sure there is a societal component to it, but we relinquish our masculinity incrementally and society suffers from it.

There have been some great responses, keep them coming.

Yep. And, conversely, some men are hard, arrogant, and just plain mean old *******s too. Neither the too squishy nor the arrogant guy is the best man he could/should be. The description hully wrote is a good one to describe what a good man should be. The Bible calls men to emulate Jesus as they lead their families and live their lives. None of us will ever live up to His perfect example, but his example of selfless strength is the ideal we should all strive for.

[BigThicketBoy]

I think if you honor God and our parents everything else just Falls in place

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[staplehawk]

You can pee standing up

In all fairness, I know some 'ladies' can too. :/

[eastxhunter]

A man never starts a fight, but isnt afraid to finish one. Being a man has nothing to do with age, but everything to do with metal awareness and the attitude to take on the role.

Like death metal or like stainless steel, aluminum etc.

[hully1029]

Like death metal or like stainless steel, aluminum etc.

Well played.. lol.. i didnt even catch that and its too late to edit..

[2B4Him]

Little, if any, of being a 'man' has to do with machismo or being a 'tough guy'.
Biblical manhood deals with strength (of character) and courage (to do what is right). Men and women have different God-given roles, neither superior or inferior - just different.
The first example of failure to act like a man is in Genesis 3 where Eve tastes the forbidden fruit and Adam WAS WITH HER and allowed her to be led astray.

[txwhitetail]

Some of you scoff at the question, but I think it is an important one. There is quite a bit of whining on this site about societal woes in our modern day. It is my belief that those woes are directly related to concept and responsibility of a man. Men are softer, less bold and allow ourselves to be more moveable than generations before. Sure there is a societal component to it, but we relinquish our masculinity incrementally and society suffers from it.

There have been some great responses, keep them coming.

I was reading a study (ill try to find the link) that men raised by single mothers had a large correlation to a drop in masculinity type traits. Any thoughts on that?

[gatorgrizz27]

Order of Man

Found him from Brian Call’s Gritty podcast. I was excited about the concept, but I can’t stand the way Ryan puts emphasis on every word and it all comes out like a rant rather than a discussion. It just ends up grating on and annoying me.

[kruppa24]

I think this is a very subjective answer. A young male who has the balls to join the military and defend a country where, more than likely, he has no idea what hes defending, is a man. A man is someone who can provide for their family and isn't scared to do whatever it takes to do so. A man is chivalrous and courteous. A man takes care of his responsibilities and understands the importance of work. A man keeps his word. A man is faithful. A man is respectful. A man never starts a fight, but isnt afraid to finish one. Being a man has nothing to do with age, but everything to do with metal awareness and the attitude to take on the role.

Winner we have a winner

[Playa]

I was reading a study (ill try to find the link) that men raised by single mothers had a large correlation to a drop in masculinity type traits. Any thoughts on that?

For sure. No matter what lies we try to sell ourselves, a woman cannot play a man’a Role, nor can a man play a woman’s role. Our kids learn more by what is demonstrated than what is stated. It was once described to me as “more is caught than taught.” It’s the reason I get upset when I don’t handle a situation, because I know my kids are watching far more than they are listening to em. Either way a woman cannot demonstrate masculine traits.

I think just as damaging is men who are in the home but totally disengaged. Whether it’s working too much or man who hasn’t accepted responsibility and spends his time in his man cave or playing video games, his marriage sons and daughters are missing his leadership.

It is a sad state when you consider 50% of marriages end up split and part of the other half are disengaged.

[Playa]

Found him from Brian Call’s Gritty podcast. I was excited about the concept, but I can’t stand the way Ryan puts emphasis on every word and it all comes out like a rant rather than a discussion. It just ends up grating on and annoying me.

I found Brian Call’s Gritty from OoM. I just think Ryan is really passionate, but I can see where it could be bothersome.

You might like Art of Manliness, if you’ve never listened. Brett is a bit more subdued in his deliver

[RR 314]

Answered by Mr. Lebowski. :-)

[Jcjohnson]

Male with respect, morals and integrity., does what ever it takes to take care of his family. Able to form and stand by his own opinions/beliefs.