To give birth is a fearsome thing; there is no hating the…
“To give birth is a fearsome thing; there is no hating the child one has borne even when injured by it.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Parental love persists despite suffering, and one cannot despise a child they have created.
In simple terms: You cannot hate your own child, even if hurt.
Accept love’s complexity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting
- conflict resolution
- grief counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can love coexist with resentment?
- How do we reconcile hurt with affection?
Love may be conflicted with resentment.