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What does it mean?
Live so that when you die you can hold your head high.
In plain terms
Act with honor so you can be proud at death.
What can you take from it?
Maintain integrity throughout life.

Where it applies

  • end-of-life reflection
  • morality
  • spiritual practice

Putting it to work

  • practice honesty
  • keep promises

Questions to consider

  • What actions give you a sense of honor?
  • How do you measure a good life?

Another view

Different cultures define honor differently.

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