Child Quote by Ernest Hemingway
“When you have a child, the world has a hostage.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The Sun Also Rises" (1926)
Having a child makes the world feel held hostage, implying deep responsibility.
In simple terms: Children create profound responsibility.
Embrace parental responsibility fully.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family planning
- career decisions
- social policy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What freedoms change after becoming a parent?
- How can society support parents better?
Responsibility can feel overwhelming without support.