Child Quote by Kahlil Gibran
““Your children are not your children. They are the sons and daughters of Life's longing for itself... You may house their bodies but not their souls, for their souls dwell in the house of tomorrow, which you cannot visit, not even in your dreams.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran, 1923
Children belong to life’s larger purpose, not to parental ownership; their futures are beyond our control.
In simple terms: Children are not owned, they belong to the future.
Key Takeaway
Respect their independent souls.
Themes
parenthood
freedom
future
Mood
thoughtful
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- parenting decisions
- education philosophy
- intergenerational dialogue
- life planning
Key Concepts
existentialism
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can parents support autonomy?
- What does “house of tomorrow” imply?
A Different Perspective
Parents may feel powerless over their children’s paths.
