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What does it mean?
The east holds wisdom that teaches death respect or proper conduct.
In plain terms
People in the east know how to treat death with respect.
What can you take from it?
Seek wisdom that honors life and death.

Where it applies

  • philosophical search
  • travel
  • end of life

Putting it to work

  • study eastern philosophy
  • discuss death openly

Questions to consider

  • What does respect for death look like?
  • Where do you seek wisdom?

Another view

Manners for death are metaphorical not literal.

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