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Children Quote by Mikhail Bakunin

“Children do not constitute anyone's property: they are neither the property of their parents nor even of society. They belong only to their own future freedom.” quote by Mikhail Bakunin
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“Children do not constitute anyone's property: they are neither the property of their parents nor even of society. They belong only to their own future freedom.”

Mikhail Bakunin

About This Quote

Source Treatise: "Statism and Anarchy", 1865

Children belong to their future freedom, not to parents or society, emphasizing autonomy and self‑determination.

In simple terms: Children own their future freedom.

Key Takeaway

Respect children's autonomy.

Themes

freedom rights future

Mood

protective idealistic

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • education policy
  • child welfare
  • legal reforms

Key Concepts

autonomy human rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies protect children's future freedom?
  • What responsibilities do adults have toward this autonomy?
A Different Perspective

Societal expectations may conflict with autonomy.

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