It's a brave man who beats a little child. They'll no doubt write songs about your courage.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Sarcasm criticizing violence against children.
- In plain terms
- Hitting a child is brave only in name.
- What can you take from it?
- Violence against the weak is cowardly.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is true courage?
- How should children be treated?
Another view
Sarcasm may not convince the violent.
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