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Herein lies the Way of the Samurai, the means by which he earns his clothing, food, and shelter; and by which his heart is put at ease, and he is enabled to pay back at length his obligation to his lord and the kindness of his parents.

—Yamaga Soko,
The Way of the Samurai

How does this passage from a Japanese writer reflect filial piety?

Samurai are required to pay for their own shelter.
Samurai are directed to put their heart at ease.
Samurai earn their food and clothing.
Samurai must pay back the kindness of their parents.

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"Samurai must pay back the kindness of their parents."

Explanation: filial piety is the duty to honor and repay one’s parents. The passage explicitly says the samurai is "enabled to pay back... the kindness of his parents," which reflects that Confucian/filial value.