2007-04-18 08:29:41 · 43 answers · asked by shadyfridge4 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
it's "spare" the rod...and this saying is in reference to a value system described in several proverbs from the Bible.
Proverbs 10:13, 13:24, 22:15, 23:13, 29:15 are some examples of references to discipline in regards to the rod.
the rod = disciplining through spanking
spare the rod = don't discipline through spanking
spoil = damage severely or harm in reference to excellence, value, character, and/or quality
spoil the child = damage or harm the child severely in reference to excellence, value, character, and or quality
the saying means: if you don't discipline your child through spanking, you can severely damage or harm his character, value, quality, and/or excellence
many people think "the rod" is only a physical representation of the idea of discipline. i, however, believe that there is no loose interpretation of the Bible. so, to me, it means spanking not just discipline.
2007-04-18 08:45:28 · answer #1 · answered by G is for Grover 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Have you ever been around a child that has NOT been disciplined? Typically they are nothing more than 'spoiled brats' hence spare the rod and SPOIL the child. Kuddos to those who answered that children do better with boundaries!!! You hit the nail on the head and God knows best when it comes to children and their will verses their spirit. Beating was never part of the plan but a spanking done with love will produce a much better adult.
2007-04-18 08:40:53 · answer #2 · answered by cbmultiplechoice 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
That's 'spare', and it is nowhere in the Bible.
The Bible does say that the man that spareth the rod hateth his son. (Prov.13:24)
It also says in Proverbs (23:13-14) Withhold not correction from the child : for if thou beatest him with the rod, he shall not die. Thou shalt beat him with the rod, and shalt deliver his soul from hell.
If you look up the word 'rod' in the concordance, it means a branch from a tree, or as we call it here in the south, a switch. As the child grows, so does the size of the switch. It works.
God knows what He is talking about, despite the bleeding heart liberals that believe that spanking is not a good effective way of punishing a child. Personally, I believe God, not them. Hope this helps. D.
2007-04-18 08:56:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Discipline molds children and develops worthwhile attitudes and actions. The lack of discipline results in bratty children who think the world owes them a living and they can do what they want with impunity.
The Bible says, "Withhold not correction from a child, for if you beat him with a rod he will not die. You shall beat him with a rod and deliver his soul from Hell."
This is not an encouragement to do the mindless brutalizing of children done by people who don't exercise restraint. It is talking about using a board of education applied to the seat of understanding that will create good moral character.
God creative genius intended that broad expanse, without any bones to break, be made to withstand punishment while teaching respect and other important values in our society.
2007-04-18 08:46:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It means child who are not disciplined will end up being spoiled children. Back in your Grandma's day it was not considered harmful to spank a child to discipline. So the rod was the spanking. Today of course parents who spank their children are practically criminals because we all know that the "time out" to little John and Jane has replace a swift pat on the butt. And it seems we have a whole generation of kids who are disrespectful to everyone. Spoiled.
2007-04-18 08:36:59 · answer #5 · answered by angel 7 · 4⤊ 2⤋
Do you mean spare the rod and spoil the child?
2007-04-18 08:34:05 · answer #6 · answered by bebop 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Spare the rod spoil the child means that if children aren't punished for their wrongdoings, they don't learn about consequences or taking responsibility for their actions - so they turn out spoiled.
2007-04-18 08:33:59 · answer #7 · answered by swordarkeereon 6 · 8⤊ 0⤋
No, she is actually talking about "spear the child." If you spear a child and do not field dress it immediately, it will spoil in the heat of the day.
2007-04-18 09:35:34 · answer #8 · answered by Polyhistor 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Spare the rod and spoil the child means your child needs a good ol' healthy spanking now and then or they'll be spoiled.
2007-04-18 08:33:26 · answer #9 · answered by WiserAngel 6 · 8⤊ 1⤋
It's an advocacy of firm discipline. Kids scream a lot; spank them and they shut up. The "rod" refers to spanking a child with a rod. The saying comes from Victorian times, when people thought this was a good idea. It is of the same era as the saying "children should be seen and not heard."
2007-04-18 08:52:31 · answer #10 · answered by jessewclark 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋