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Parent or Buddy?

By Lazer Gurkow

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Lazer Gurkow
Rabbi Gurkow is spiritual leader of congregation Beth Tefilah in London, Ontario. He has lectured extensively on a variety of Jewish topics, and his articles have appeared in many print and online publications. For more on Rabbi Gurkow and his wrtings and talks, please click here.

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Posted: Dec 3, 2008

At What Age?

Respecting parents begins when the child becomes aware of his/her behaviour. From a very young age children should learn not to throw things at their parents or to sit in their parents' chairs.

This does not preclude a loving and playful relationship, it simply enhances the love with respect. If children are not taught respect at the youngest age they will not likely learn it later.

Posted By Lazer Gurkow

Posted: Dec 3, 2008

Shiur

Dear Rabbi Gurkow,

Thank you for this wonderful shiur. At what age should a child be expected to follow these fine attributes of respecting and fearing parents?

Posted By Richard Phillips, Kew Gardens, NY/USA

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	Parent or Buddy?
An in-depth look at the precept to honor our parents. Drawing from the stories of the Bible and Talmud we can learn how to create a balanced relationship between parent and child.
Topics: Parenting; Parenthood (468), Honoring Parents (48)