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Kotomora

虎とらは死しして皮かわを留とどめ人ひとは死しして名なを残のこす

Meanings

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expression, godan verb (-su)

a tiger leaves its skin when it dies; a person leaves their name

Proverb meaning that one's legacy and reputation outlast one's life, encouraging people to live honorably. The literal image contrasts the tiger's physical remains with the lasting value of a good name.