A Midsummer Night's Dream 1.1 Performance: Theseus Lines 65-78

The transcript explores societal expectations for women, focusing on Hermia's choices and the consequences of defying her father's wishes. It contrasts the life of a nun with earthly happiness, highlighting the blessings of maiden pilgrimage and the concept of single blessedness.

What metaphor is used to describe the state of being single in the text?

How does the text describe the life of those who choose single blessedness?