Child Quote by Evelyn Waugh
“Don't hold your parents up to contempt. After all, you are their son, and it is just possible that you may take after them.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Brideshead Revisited, 1945
Treat your parents with respect because you share a lineage and may inherit their traits.
In simple terms: Respect parents; recognize shared traits.
Honor family ties.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- personal reflection
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does honoring parents affect your own identity?
- Can you separate a parent’s flaws from your love for them?
If parents are flawed, respect may feel forced.