Mother and father are called "Brahma"

Mother and father are called

"Brahma," "early teachers"

And "worthy of veneration,"

Being compassionate towards

Their family of children.

Thus the wise should venerate them,

Pay them due honor,

Provide them with food and drink,

Give them clothing and a bed,

Anoint and bathe them

And also wash t...heir feet.

When he performs such service

For his mother and his father,

They praise that wise person even here

And hereafter he rejoices in heaven

{Iti 4.7; Iti 109}