Should we respect our elders?

i agree with that "you give respect, you get respect" thing, but i always tell my son, everyone should be respected, regardless of age, race, or status. it's up to him to discover the wisdom of how far his tolerance and patience can go with regards to jerks and 'retards'.

Very good, very good, very good! You know, I really hate the saying. My mother demands respect from my children, but she doesn't show any to THEM. I have a major problem with that. I don't think it matters what age you are. Respect is respect, and everyone, especially family should do it.

yes,plz respect bcz i already hav suffered

So you would be respecting elders until they gave you reason to not respect then. That is a good thought. But what about when a child reaches the point of rebellion? At that point, the child thinks all are wrong and only he or she is right. Therefore, he or she would feel that the elder does not show him or her respect in return. When in fact, that elder is merely thrying to guide the teen to the right path with their knowledge. I think there is a fine thin there with respect your elders. If that elder is not deemed respectable, then the respect should not be given. But to whose point of view is the respect not deemable?

definitely, but i also agree with you that not all of them are respectable, anyway as long as you give respect to others i believe you will receive respect in return and if not.. i think it's not our problem anymore..

I am the same way with my kids....I dont force them to respect someone who doesnt deserve it..but dont mistake that for meaning they can disrespect someone who disrespects them..I dont accept that or tolerate that either..