the supreme ruler or one below him. Thus, if he disciplines those under his authority and the conditions are met, he bears no liability.
His statement, “or a teacher disciplines his pupil”: the possessive construction here denotes the slightest connection; that is, the child ascribed to him, even if only through teaching. Thus, if he disciplines his pupil and the conditions are met, there is no liability.
From the author’s words, we understand that a teacher may discipline children by striking them. Undoubtedly, striking is one of the means of instruction and discipline. The wisest and most merciful of educators among mankind, peace and blessings be upon him, said: “Instruct your children to pray when they are seven years old, and strike them for it when they are ten.” (1)
The anarchists who now claim to be progressive say, “Do not strike children, because striking is contrary to modern education!” There is no doubt that this is a plan intended to make children disorderly, so that they gain nothing.
A pupil who is ten years old will not benefit when the teacher says to him, “My son, education is good, so do not waste time; for time is gold. Be diligent and fulfil your duties.”
The pupil will say to him, “When I got home, I put down my books and went out to play!” Such words will not benefit him; but if he were touched by a punishment