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What does it mean?
Humans are born and die without full knowledge of either state, relying on faith to bridge the gap.
In plain terms
We know little about birth or death except through faith.
What can you take from it?
We know little about birth or death except through faith.

Where it applies

  • end of life
  • birth
  • spiritual contemplation

Putting it to work

  • accept mystery
  • rely on faith

Questions to consider

  • How do you face the unknown?
  • Is faith necessary for understanding death?

Another view

It assumes faith is the only way to understand death.

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