Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

Funeral pomp is more for the vanity of the living than for the honor of the dead.

Funeral pomp is more for the vanity of the living than for t

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This quote suggests that elaborate funeral ceremonies and pomp are often driven by the desire of the living to satisfy their own vanity rather than truly honoring and respecting the deceased. It implies that the extravagant and showy nature of funerals often serves more as a display of societal status or a way for those left behind to receive attention and validation. The quote highlights the distinction between genuine respect for the dead and the superficiality of excessive funeral decorations and grandeur.

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