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What does it mean?
Children are warned against despising parents since they may inherit their traits.
In plain terms
Do not disrespect your parents because you might be like them.
What can you take from it?
Respect parents to avoid inheriting their faults.

Where it applies

  • parenting advice
  • family counseling
  • moral education

Putting it to work

  • practice gratitude
  • reflect on traits
  • set boundaries

Questions to consider

  • What traits do you share with parents?
  • When is contempt justified?

Another view

Some parents deserve contempt due to harmful actions.

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