Children Quote by Ellen Key
“Certainly it may, under present imperfect conditions, often be a duty not to destroy the outward form of marriage for the sake of the children. But by no means can this duty be preached as universally binding.”
About This Quote
Sometimes it is a duty not to destroy marriage’s outward form for children’s sake, but this duty isn’t universally binding.
In simple terms: Preserving marriage’s appearance may be a duty, but not an absolute one.
Key Takeaway
Balance tradition with individual circumstances.
Themes
family
marriage
ethics
Mood
considerate
analytical
Type
ethical
social
When to use this quote
- counseling
- legal debates
- parenting decisions
Key Concepts
social duty
child welfare
personal autonomy
Questions to Reflect On
- When should tradition yield to personal needs?
- How do we define a “duty” in modern families?
A Different Perspective
The view may ignore diverse family structures.
