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What does it mean?
Hitting a child is worse than murder.
In plain terms
Physical abuse of a child is extremely grave.
What can you take from it?
Never use violence against children.

Where it applies

  • parenting
  • discipline

Putting it to work

  • use non‑violent discipline
  • seek counseling

Questions to consider

  • Why is child abuse considered so severe?
  • What alternatives exist to physical punishment?

Another view

The statement is hyperbolic and may provoke defensive reactions.

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