The erosion of respect for private property is evident in modern attitudes, particularly among the young. Children are no longer taught to recognize boundaries between public and private spaces, such as using a neighbor's driveway or yard without permission. They are not instructed to refrain from littering or taking items from others' property at will. This lack of respect often stems from parents who may not value others' possessions, driven by envy and competition, or who are too overwhelmed by the pace of life to impart these principles. Additionally, a sense of hopelessness and lack of control over one's own property contributes to this neglect, with many feeling that teaching such values is futile in an uncertain world. Despite these challenges, teaching children to respect others' property remains a righteous duty, rooted in the principle of not stealing and the broader concept of stewardship over possessions, both personal and others'.