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Olaf's Self-Reliance

Catholic Stuff You Should Know

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The Symbolism of Inheritance and Self-Reliance

This chapter explores the symbolic meaning of weapons, specifically an axe that represents inheritance and individuality after losing a parent. It also examines themes of self-reliance through a story from Norwegian sagas that illustrates the perils of overconfidence in dangerous situations.

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