This emphasizes the two most important relationships in a person's life: the bond with one's parents and the bond with one's spouse. It suggests that these are the deepest and most intimate connections a person will have.
In traditional Chinese culture, filial piety (xiào) is the highest virtue, and marriage is seen as a lifelong union. This saying affirms both, placing them at the center of a person's social and emotional world.
It reinforces the family as the fundamental unit of society and the primary source of emotional support. It guides people to invest in these relationships above all others.
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