How can "the dead bury their own dead" as Jesus said?

See also Luke 9:60 New International Version
Jesus said to him, "Let the dead bury their own dead, but you go and proclaim the kingdom of God.

Matthew 8:22

ESV - ²² And Jesus said to him, "Follow me, and leave the dead to bury their own dead.

Clarify • Share • Report • Asked March 07 2021 • Jack Gutknecht