Toga Quote by Italo Svevo
““V jedné jediné maličkosti se s Augustou neshodujeme, a to v názoru, jak zacházet se zlobivými dětmi: já si myslím, že bolest dítěte je méně důležitá než naše a že je lepší způsobit bolest dítěti, jestliže to dospělého ušetří velké mrzutosti, kdežto ona se domnívá, že jsme dítě zplodili, a tak je musíme taky snášet.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: La coscienza di Zeno by Italo Svevo, 1923
A mother argues that a child's pain is less important than adult convenience, while the child believes they must endure it because they created the child.
In simple terms: Parents prioritize adult comfort over child's suffering.
Key Takeaway
Balance adult needs with child's well‑being.
Themes
parenting
ethics
conflict
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family decisions
- child discipline
- healthcare choices
Key Concepts
utilitarianism
moral responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we value children's pain?
- What responsibilities do adults have to protect children?
A Different Perspective
May justify harming children for adult benefit.
