Children Quote by Gregg Harris
““In the year 1212, sincere Christian parents of the medieval church decided to send their children to conquer Jerusalem and drive out the Moors, This Children's Crusade, as it was called, was a disaster. The children died in severe storm or were slaughtered by bandits and wild beasts. Those who survived were sold into slavery to the Moors and raised as Moslems. You cannot serve God by disobeying God. A similar slaughter is taking place today. Some Christian parents send their children to public schools to take them for Christ. Others are just sent to get an education. Some are sent just to get them out of the house. The result is the same. Casualties lie all around us. The few children who survive with their faith intact are more influenced than they are influential.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Children’s Crusade Re‑examined,” 2019
Draws a parallel between historical religious zealotry and modern parental decisions that expose children to harmful ideologies or environments.
In simple terms: Blind devotion can harm children.
Key Takeaway
Question the motives behind sending children into risky paths.
Themes
faith
danger
education
authority
heritage
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
reflective
cautionary
When to use this quote
- school enrollment
- religious camps
- political indoctrination
Key Concepts
religious zeal
parental control
social manipulation
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do parents have to protect children?
- How can societies balance freedom and protection?
A Different Perspective
Not all parallels are exact; contexts differ greatly.
