Quote by Ambrose Bierce

A funeral is a pageant whereby we attest our respect for the dead by enriching the undertaker.

A funeral is a pageant whereby we attest our respect for the

Summary

This quote suggests that funerals have become a grand spectacle where we demonstrate our respect for the deceased by spending exorbitant amounts of money on the undertaker's services. It implies that instead of focusing on the true essence of honoring the dead and mourning their loss, the emphasis has shifted towards extravagant displays of wealth and status. Ultimately, the quote criticizes the commercialization of funerals, highlighting the disconnect between genuine respect for the deceased and the financial motivations of the funeral industry.

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Funerals

By Ambrose Bierce

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