Alliances Quote by Margaret Atwood
“Children were vehicles for passing things along. These things could be kingdoms, rich wedding gifts, stories, grudges, blood feuds. Through children, alliances were forged; through children, wrongs were avenged. To have a child was to set loose a force in the world.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood, 1985
Children serve as vessels for cultural transmission, carrying values, conflicts, and alliances across generations.
In simple terms: Children transmit culture and conflict.
Key Takeaway
Consider the impact of upbringing on societal dynamics.
Themes
family
culture
conflict
legacy
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
sociological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- community building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
social transmission
intergenerational influence
Questions to Reflect On
- What values are you passing to the next generation?
- How do children's roles shape societal power structures?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on children can ignore adult responsibility.
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