Is Spanking an Acceptable Form of Discipline?

Is Spanking an Acceptable Form of Discipline?

You have probably heard the expression, "Spare the rod, spoil the child." Do you agree with it? Perhaps you were spanked as a kid. Was it appropriate? Some people see spanking as an outdated method of punishment or even child abuse, while others view a swat on the bottom as a parent's prerogative. Where do we draw the line when it comes to disciplining our children?

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Spanking Has Existed for Centuries as a Form of Discipline
  • Jeff Charles
    Beating adults has also existed for centuries

    Children were hit throughout most of human history by whoever was stronger just as slaves and other vulnerable adults did.
    Our violent human past (let alone present) is hardly a reason to continue hitting anyone if reason, science, true Christianty (following the actual teachings of Christ) and a growing respect of human rights shows us these things are harmful, unnecessary, and thus wrong to do.
    At least Rosemond seems to know that the New Testament does not teach anyone to hit anyone. That's a start.
    Not only does the "state" in the US not prevent parents from hitting children's buttocks, it actually performs routine ritual abuse itself with public school paddling in 21 states.
    I guess Rosemond was joking when he said he hid his fetishes enough to pass as "normal," but many Christians hold deep dark fetishes related to spanking. I believe "Promise Keepers" found some 65% of church men attending had hidden problems with porno.
    Its time to end the sick abuse.

    - Jeff CharlesUS July 26, 2008 4:16PM

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