Spare The Rod: Corporal Punishment in the Name of God (PART 1 OF 2)




The Thinking Atheist Podcast show

Summary: SUPPORT THIS SHOW on Patreon:  <a href="http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews" rel="noopener">http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews</a><br><br><br>Proverbs 13:24 says, "Whoever spares the rod hates their children, but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline them."  Is this a healthy approach to child-rearing and the discipline of children?<br><br>We explore many religious rules for parenting, and we share the perspectives of listeners who have firsthand experience with strict (and not-so-strict) homes, physical punishments, and the often lasting consequences.<br><br>This is part one of a 2-part series.  The second half airs next week.