ConCourt ruling on corporal punishment 'could tear families apart'

The ConCourt ruled against the group, saying the use of moderate and reasonable chastisement, which included spanking, was inconsistent with the Constitution.

Freedom of Religion SA’s argument was that parents should be given the right to discipline their children without the interference of the state.Legal advisor Daniela Ellerbeck said: “It’s really serious because, as a result, good parents only want what’s best for their children [and] we could potentially see families torn apart as a result of this.”

“There was a lot of research that we put in front of the court that showed that moderate and reasonable discipline can have positive effects on children,” she said.

Nonsense

The cane might be regarded by some as “evil” but it is likely a necessary evil! Was used on my backside and still dearly love my parents. Grateful for their upbringing!

Proverbs 13:24 He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is careful to discipline him.

Children are being raised successfully without corporal punishment. Perhaps it time to learn how it's done?

Not could..it will. ...

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