The phrase “The Child is the father of Man” first appeared in a poem, “My Heart Leaps Up” by William Wordsworth in 1802.
Though the above phrase appears paradoxical, it contains important inner messages within it. Since 1802, this phrase has been used on several occasions as an idiomatic or proverbial phrase.
the true nature of a person doesn’t change with time or age.
the conduct of a child indicates what he will become when he grows up.
an adult is the product of the habits, manners and behavior that he inculcated during his childhood.