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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.” quote by Thomas Traherne
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“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.”

Thomas Traherne

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.

Key Takeaway

Guide children toward higher purpose.

Themes

spirituality parenting education

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • family upbringing
  • religious instruction
  • early moral education

Key Concepts

Divine guidance character formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can parents balance spiritual teaching with everyday life?
  • What trivial distractions hinder spiritual growth?
A Different Perspective

Children may resist or misunderstand abstract concepts.

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