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“It is the duty of a child to obey his parent.” quote by Lailah Gifty Akita
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““It is the duty of a child to obey his parent.””

Lailah Gifty Akita

About This Quote

Source Book: African Proverbs, 2015

Children should respect and follow parental guidance as a cultural norm.

In simple terms: Kids ought to obey parents.

Key Takeaway

Respect parents and learn from them.

Themes

family respect tradition

Mood

reflective serious

Type

advice cultural

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • family gatherings
  • education
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

cultural norms authority

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does obedience become harmful?
  • How can children balance respect and independence?
A Different Perspective

Obedience can stifle critical thinking if unexamined.

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