Justice prevails over transgression when she comes to the end of the race.
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Whoever happens to give birth to mischievous children lives always with unending grief in his spirit and heart.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Parents of mischievous children may experience continual worry and sadness due to their behavior.
This quote by Hesiod underscores the emotional toll that parenting mischievous children can take on their caregivers. It highlights the idea that the behaviors of children can lead to persistent distress and anxiety for parents, reflecting the challenges inherent in raising children who do not conform to expected norms of behavior.
Themes
ParentingMischiefGriefChildrenBehavior
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the challenges of parenting, one might use this quote to emphasize the emotional struggles faced by parents.
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