The Daily Dad

Don’t Ever, Ever Do This

Nov 5, 2020

02:17

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The podcast discusses the sacredness of fatherhood and the importance of non-violence, stressing that resorting to abuse or hurtful words towards loved ones is never acceptable.

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Physical abuse towards one's spouse or children is completely wrong and unacceptable, regardless of the circumstances.

Using hurtful words to wound loved ones is also considered abuse and violates the sacred bond of family.

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Physical abuse is unacceptable

Physical abuse towards one's spouse or children is completely wrong and unacceptable, regardless of the circumstances. Cato the Elder, as mentioned by Plutarch, believed that a man who beats his wife or child is committing sacrilege against the most sacred thing in the world. It doesn't matter how angry you are, who started it, or cultural acceptance. We have known for 2,000 years that raising your hands in violence is a violation of your duty as a father to protect, serve, and love your family. It is a violation that cannot be undone.

The Sacredness of Fatherhood and the Importance of Non-Violence

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"Cato the Elder, we’re told by Plutarch, “used to say that a man who beats his wife or a child is laying sacrilegious hands on the most sacred thing in the world.”

Boom. It doesn’t matter how angry you are. It doesn’t matter who started it. It doesn’t matter how many times you told your son. It doesn’t matter that your parents used to do it. It doesn’t matter that some cultures still accept it.

For two thousand years, we’ve known it: It’s wrong."

Ryan lays down the law on why corporal punishment is never okay on today's Daily Dad Podcast.

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