You pass by a little child, you pass by, spiteful, with…
“You pass by a little child, you pass by, spiteful, with ugly words, with wrathful heart; you may not have noticed the child, but he has seen you, and your image, unseemly and ignoble, may remain in his defenseless heart. You don't know it, but you may have sown an evil seed in him and it may grow, and all because you were not careful before the child, because you did not foster in yourself a careful, actively benevolent love.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage warns that careless words toward a child can plant lasting emotional wounds, urging mindful compassion.
In simple terms: Unkind words can scar a child’s heart.
Key Takeaway
Speak with care and love.
Themes
parenting
compassion
communication
long‑term impact
Mood
concerned
empathetic
Type
advisory
reflective
When to use this quote
- school interactions
- family meals
- public speaking
Key Concepts
emotional imprint
ethical upbringing
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we model gentle speech?
- What steps repair past harm?
A Different Perspective
Children may not express hurt openly.