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The soul takes nothing with her to the next world but her education and her culture. At the beginning of the journey to the next world, one's education and culture can either provide the greatest assistance, or else act as the greatest burden, to the person who has just died.

The soul takes nothing with her to the next world but her ed

Summary

This quote suggests that the only things that truly accompany someone after death are their education and culture. When embarking on the journey to the next world, these aspects of a person's life can greatly influence their experience. They can either support or burden the individual, depending on the knowledge and values they have acquired. It highlights the importance of nurturing one's mind and embracing diverse cultural experiences as they shape and impact a person's spiritual journey beyond death.

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