filial love

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Definition

Noun: - The love of a child for a parent: This term specifically denotes the natural affection, devotion, and sense of duty that a son or daughter feels toward their mother or father.

Usage
  • Filial love is used to describe the emotional bond from the perspective of the child. It is often discussed in contexts of family relationships, duty, psychology, and literature.
  • It is a formal term, more specific than the general word "love."
Examples
Advanced Usage
  • The concept is often contrasted with parental love (the love of a parent for a child).
  • It can be discussed in philosophical or ethical contexts regarding Confucian values or natural law, where filial love is seen as a fundamental virtue.
Variants and Related Words
  • Filial (adjective): Of, relating to, or befitting a son or daughter. Example:
  • Filial piety (noun phrase): A virtue of respect for one's parents and ancestors, often incorporating the concept of filial love within a broader framework of obedience and care.
Synonyms
  • Devotion (to one's parents)
  • Affection (of a child for a parent)
Related Idioms or Phrases
  • While not a phrasal verb, the related concept "filial piety" is a common phrase that encompasses filial love along with respect and duty.
Noun
  1. the love of a child for a parent