Children Quote by Corrie ten Boom
““It was strange that a society which hid the facts of sex from children made no effort to shield them from death.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Post‑war testimony, 1947
Society shields children from sex but neglects to protect them from mortality, revealing inconsistent moral priorities.
In simple terms: Sex is hidden, death is not.
Key Takeaway
Balance education on both sex and mortality.
Themes
childhood
education
mortality
Mood
concerned
inquisitive
Type
ethical
social
When to use this quote
- school curricula
- parental guidance
- public health campaigns
Key Concepts
sexuality
death
protective instincts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why are societies more comfortable hiding sex than death?
- How can we teach children about mortality responsibly?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on death may cause fear without context.
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