Blame Quote by Moliere
“I maintain, in truth, That with a smile we should instruct our youth, Be very gentle when we have to blame, And not put them in fear of virtue's name.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The School for Wives, 1662, Comedy
Gentle guidance and kindness are better than harsh discipline when teaching youth.
In simple terms: Teach with kindness, not fear.
Key Takeaway
Use compassion in education.
Themes
education
parenting
compassion
discipline
Mood
empathetic
inspirational
Type
ethical
motivational
When to use this quote
- classroom
- family
- mentoring
- childrearing
Key Concepts
gentle instruction
moral teaching
Questions to Reflect On
- What gentle methods can replace criticism?
- How does kindness affect moral development?
A Different Perspective
Harsh punishment can damage trust and learning.
![“What greater or better gift can we offer the republic than to teach and instruct our youth? [Lat., Quod enim munus reiplicae afferre majus, meliusve possumus, quam si docemus atque erudimus juventutem?]” quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/abf/marcus-tullius-cicero-157_education_what-greater-or-better-gift-can-we-offer_98738.jpg)
