Children Quote by Thomas Traherne
“Let those parents that desire Holy Children learn to make them possessors of Heaven and Earth betimes; to remove silly objects from before them, to magnify nothing but what is great indeed, and to talk of God to them, and of His works and ways. before they can either speak or go.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Soul's Integrity by Thomas Traherne, 1673
Parents should guide children toward spiritual greatness, focusing on divine teachings and removing trivial distractions.
In simple terms: Teach kids spiritual values, avoid trivialities.
Guide children toward higher purpose.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family upbringing
- religious instruction
- early moral education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can parents balance spiritual teaching with everyday life?
- What trivial distractions hinder spiritual growth?
Children may resist or misunderstand abstract concepts.