nature and purpose of families

• christian views:

  • 'the essential cell of society' - pope francis
  • in the ten commandments children are expected to 'honour their parents'
  • it is important to worship together as a family at home and at church
• jewish views:

  • mothers and fathers are expected to play an equally important role in family life but with different responsibilities
  • in the ten commandments children are expected to 'honour their parents'
  • it is important to celebrate festivals together at home, such as pesach