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"We all want
to be remembered and everyone leaves something behind."
What
is an ethical
will?
Ethical wills are a
way to share your
values, blessings, life's lessons, hopes and dreams for the future,
love,
and forgiveness with your family, friends, and community.
Ethical wills are not
new. The Hebrew
Bible first described ethical wills 3000 years ago (Genesis Ch. 49).
References
to this tradition are also found in the Christian Bible (John Ch.
15-18)
and in other cultures. Initially, ethical wills were transmitted
orally. Over time, they evolved into written documents. 'Ethical wills'
are not considered legal documents as compared to 'living wills' and
your
'last will and testament' which are legal documents.
Today, ethical wills
are being written
by people at turning points and transitions in their lives and when
facing challenging life
situations. They are usually shared with family
and
community while the writer is still alive.
Ethical wills may be
one of the most
cherished and meaningful gifts you can leave to your family and
community.
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