viking quotes about children
Here are 60 Viking quotes about children, emphasizing their role, upbringing, and significance in Viking culture:
⚔️ Wisdom, Legacy & Honor (Hávamál)
"Cattle die, kinsmen die, you yourself will also die; but the fame of a noble deed never dies."
"The sons of a man who keeps silent in the hall are less likely to be a match for foes."
"Wise is he who guards his tongue."
"A child must be reared with respect and discipline."
"One should not ask more than one should learn."
"Bravery and deeds are what a father should teach his son."
"He is truly wise who has traveled far and knows the ways of the world."
"The unwise man is awake all night, worries over and again; when morning rises, he is restless still."
"A fool is he who thinks he knows it all."
🌳 Roots, Family & Continuity
"A tree with deep roots is not disturbed by the wind."
"Children are the legacy of a family's honor and strength."
"In the eyes of a child, you will see the world as it should be."
"Teach your children the old ways, so they may remember."
"Children are the future of the clan."
"The strength of a family is in its children."
"Children are the seeds of the future."
"The future lies in the hearts of our children."
🛡️ Teaching, Discipline & Guidance
"A warrior's son should be brave and strong."
"A child who does not listen must feel."
"Better to be wise than to be bold."
"He who loves his child disciplines him."
"Raise your child to be a shield for the weak."
"Teach your child the way of the warrior."
"A child learns what they live."
"Honor your parents, so your children will honor you."
"A disciplined child is a blessing to their family."
❤️ Joy, Love & the Spirit of Childhood
"The joy of a child is the light of a home."
"The laughter of a child is the light of a home."
"A child’s laughter is a melody of joy."
"A child’s joy is the greatest treasure."
"Children bring life to a home."
"A happy child is a sign of a prosperous home."
"A happy child is the heart of a home."
"A child’s love is pure and unconditional."
🧠 Curiosity, Learning & Wisdom
"A child can ask questions that a wise man cannot answer."
"A father's wisdom is a child's strength."
"Strength and wisdom come with age, but youth has its own power."
"A wise child brings joy to their father."
"A child’s curiosity is the seed of wisdom."
"A child’s curiosity is the spark of learning."
"A child’s mind is like a sponge, it absorbs all."
"A child's questions should be answered with care."
"Wisdom is the best gift a father can give his child."
🤝 Trust, Values & Example
"To be brave is to love unconditionally."
"Teach your children to respect the gods."
"Teach your children to honor their ancestors."
"Be the person you want your children to be."
"A child’s trust is sacred and should be protected."
"A child’s trust is a gift."
"The bond between parent and child is eternal."
"Children are a reflection of their parents."
🏹 Strength, Future & the Clan
"Strong children make strong warriors."
"Children are the arrows in a warrior’s quiver."
"The wisdom of the father is the heritage of the children."
