Business Quote by Richard Baxter
“Keep your children as much as may be from ill company, especially of ungodly playfellows. It is one of the greatest dangers for the undoing of children in the world; especially when they are sent to common schools: for there is scarce any of those schools so good, but hath many rude and ungodly ill-taught children in it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Saints' Everlasting Rest, 1650
Parents should protect children from harmful influences, especially peers with immoral behavior, as such exposure can lead to moral decline.
In simple terms: Guard kids from bad company.
Choose wholesome companions for children.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family decisions
- school choice
- friendship selection
- community involvement
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess the moral character of a child's friends?
- What steps can you take to foster positive peer groups?
Children may still be influenced by media and broader culture beyond immediate peers.