Child Quote by Kahlil Gibran
““Your children are not your children. They are the sons and daughters of Life's longing for itself. They come through you but not from you. You may give them your love but not your thoughts. For they have their own thoughts.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Prophet, Kahlil Gibran, 1923
Children belong to the larger force of life, not to parents; they have independent thoughts and destinies.
In simple terms: Children are life’s own, not parents’.
Key Takeaway
Respect their autonomy.
Themes
parenthood
identity
life
independence
love
Mood
contemplative
warm
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- counseling
- creative expression
Key Concepts
philosophical view of existence
individuality
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance guidance and freedom?
- What does “Life’s longing” mean?
A Different Perspective
Parents may still influence without ownership.
