In the traditional culture depicted in "A Meeting in the Dark," women seem to have a role where they are respected and protected, but also treated as second class. They are often valued for their roles as wives and mothers, and the main character's mother is described as devoted and hardworking. However, they are also expected to conform to societal expectations and are often denied freedom and independence. They are seen as secondary to men and their opinions and desires are disregarded in important decision-making processes. Additionally, women in this culture are loved and feared, as their actions and emotions can have significant consequences and can shape the course of people's lives.
