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Pearly Gates Euphemism

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The euphemism I chose is “Entered the Pearly Gates”. I like this euphemism because it has a nice ring to it and it is not harsh. If you enter the Pearly Gates, you have done right while on earth or asked for forgiveness. Your name must be on the list in order to get through the gates. Did you know there is not just one Pearly Gate, but twelve? Three in each direction. They are labeled with the tribes of Israel, which signifies the long-awaited union of Israel, and each tribe enters through their own gate. I believe people prefer euphemisms when referring to death as it does not sound as cold as just saying a person died. People do not like to talk about death or dying, so euphemisms, I feel make it a little easier. Using a euphemism
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