“Time” is one of the humans’ resources, which cannot be returned. If we don’t use it wisely, it’ll bring old age and death to us, and take our good opportunities away
Once parents realize the answers, they will have a standard with which to raise children
“A tree which bears bad fruit will be cut down; no one will want to save it. On the other hand, if the fruit tastes sweet and delicious,
Because we owe an overwhelming debt of gratitude to our parents, we must repay the debt of gratitude firstly by appreciating our parents
ปรากฏว่าคืนนั้นเอง กระผมฝันเห็นพระเดชพระคุณหลวงปู่วัดปากน้ำภาษีเจริญ มาบอกว่า “ไม่ต้องห่วงแม่ เดี๋ยวหลวงปู่ดูแลให้”
Passing on their heritage to them in due course: In non-Buddhist countries, where social values dictate that sons and daughters shouldn’t expect to look after their parents in their old age
Arranging for their marriage to a suitable apouse: As if giving all manner of basic needs and education is not enough, children even expect parents to give approval (or otherwise) when in doubt about who to marry
Having them taught the arts and sciences: Education is the gateway to knowledge and wisdom for a child
Training them in virtue: The first ‘good friends’ to each and every one of us in the world are our parents or guardians. As such
When it is time for a tree abundant with water, soil and air to bear fruits but it doesn’t, it eventually must be cut down or destroyed.
