In those days it was by no means unusual to hear the parson publicly rebuking offenders - even calling them by name.
The babysitter wanted to avoid rebuking the kids, but it was necessary when they continued to be disobedient.
It was necessary for the organization to put someone in charge of rebuking those who did not follow their ordinances.
It was rare to see a parent rebuking their children in the tight-knit community; instead they were constantly encouraging their children.
The great bishop St Nicetius (528-566), who was banished for rebuking the vices of king Clotaire I.
