Children Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
“What in us the women leave uncultivated, children cultivate when we retain them near us.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Faust, Part I, 1808
Neglected aspects of humanity become the focus of the next generation when they are kept close.
In simple terms: Children develop what adults ignore.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate values in children.
Themes
parenting
legacy
growth
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family life
- education
- community building
Key Concepts
intergenerational influence
value transmission
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we model what we want to pass on?
- What values are most vital to nurture?
A Different Perspective
Children may inherit unresolved issues.
