Children Quote by Aristotle
“Teachers who educate children deserve more honor than parents who merely gave birth; for bare life is furnished by the one, the other ensures a good life.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Nicomachean Ethics, Book I
Parents and teachers both shape a child's life, but educators provide the essential guidance for a good life.
In simple terms: Teachers give essential guidance beyond birth.
Key Takeaway
Value and support educators.
Themes
education
parenting
responsibility
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- school policy
- family counseling
- community programs
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can parents and teachers collaborate?
- What defines a “good life” for a child?
A Different Perspective
Balancing parental love and educational guidance is complex.
