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One should not stand at the foot of a sick person's bed, because that place is reserved for the guardian angel.

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This quote suggests that when someone is sick, we need to respect their space and allow them the privacy and care they deserve. The "foot of the bed" represents a position symbolically reserved for a guardian angel, implying that when someone is ill, it is not our place to intrude or interfere excessively. Instead, we should provide support and comfort from a respectful distance, allowing the healing process to take its course naturally.

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