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What does it mean?
The poet advises seeking a soldier’s grave as a noble place, then choosing a suitable ground to rest.
In plain terms
Find a worthy place, then settle there.
What can you take from it?
Choose your final purpose wisely.

Where it applies

  • career decision
  • life transition
  • spiritual contemplation

Putting it to work

  • evaluate options
  • commit to a path

Questions to consider

  • What does a 'soldier’s grave' symbolize for you?
  • How do you decide where to rest?

Another view

The metaphor may not translate to everyday choices.

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