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Literary
July 9, 1789
The New Hampshire Gazette And General Advertiser
Portsmouth, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
What is this article about?
An essay on filial affection, outlining the honor children owe parents through love, reverence, obedience, and relief, in gratitude for their selfless sacrifices and provisions made without expectation of repayment.
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FILIAL AFFECTION.
The honour which is due from children to their parents, includes in it, love, reverence, obedience, and relief. The benefits which we have received from our parents, were, many of them, bestowed upon us, even without our knowledge, and many of them against our inclination; they were bestowed upon us when it was uncertain whether we should ever have it in our power to repay them; nay, though there was more than a possibility that we might not live, even live to provide for ourselves, much less to return their kindness. Our parents have been more concerned at any illness or accident that has befallen us—than if it had happened to themselves.—The daily toils and vexations to which they have subjected themselves in business, were principally intended to leave a competency for their children, and render their future situation in the world as easy and respectable as their circumstances would permit. He who can forget such disinterested and unmerited favours, must be destitute of every sentiment of gratitude, and unworthy the notice and confidence of his fellow creatures.
The honour which is due from children to their parents, includes in it, love, reverence, obedience, and relief. The benefits which we have received from our parents, were, many of them, bestowed upon us, even without our knowledge, and many of them against our inclination; they were bestowed upon us when it was uncertain whether we should ever have it in our power to repay them; nay, though there was more than a possibility that we might not live, even live to provide for ourselves, much less to return their kindness. Our parents have been more concerned at any illness or accident that has befallen us—than if it had happened to themselves.—The daily toils and vexations to which they have subjected themselves in business, were principally intended to leave a competency for their children, and render their future situation in the world as easy and respectable as their circumstances would permit. He who can forget such disinterested and unmerited favours, must be destitute of every sentiment of gratitude, and unworthy the notice and confidence of his fellow creatures.
What sub-type of article is it?
Essay
What themes does it cover?
Moral Virtue
What keywords are associated?
Filial Affection
Parental Sacrifice
Gratitude
Moral Duty
Family Honor
Literary Details
Title
Filial Affection.
Key Lines
The Honour Which Is Due From Children To Their Parents, Includes In It, Love, Reverence, Obedience, And Relief.
Our Parents Have Been More Concerned At Any Illness Or Accident That Has Befallen Us—Than If It Had Happened To Themselves.
He Who Can Forget Such Disinterested And Unmerited Favours, Must Be Destitute Of Every Sentiment Of Gratitude, And Unworthy The Notice And Confidence Of His Fellow Creatures.