Saturday, November 17, 2018

Truth. Comments

Rating: 5.0

('I cannot tell a lie'. George Washington (1732-1799) . First President of the United States 1789-1797) .

Although I think it is important to be truthful in conversation,
I think there are necessary white lies to protect yourself too.
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Kumarmani Mahakul 22 November 2018

God's existence comes in argument of many others but we can never deny his existence. Good Friday is remembered with celebration and Divine perception. Every response motivates mind. An excellent poem is beautifully penned and translated...10

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Michael Walker 22 November 2018

Yes, swearing an oath on the bible in court is a sign to many that God exists. Some people, of course, refuse to swear on the bible. In the true crime books which I have read, there is always a distinction between a defendant or (plaintiff) stating something under oath, or not under oath. 'Under oath' is much more solemn, to me. You make telling points about 'Divine perception'.

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Darwin Henry Beuning 20 November 2018

Michael, Outstanding poem! ! ! I have added it to my poem list. I rate a 10.

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Michael Walker 21 November 2018

Thanks Darwin. It took me many drafts and revisions to get this right.

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Rajnish Manga 18 November 2018

Thanks for this powerful write, Michael. This kind of judicial partiality affects probity in public life and is greatly embarrassing to the common man who contributes to the exchequer to sustain the system.

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Michael Walker 19 November 2018

You are right: it is not fair at all to the common man. He is treated more harshly in the NZ legal system than famous people. How do I know? By reading newspaper reports of trials. Thanks.

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Thabani Khumalo 18 November 2018

this is obviously way wider than the word could ever be able to state it clearly. thank you for writing

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Michael Walker 18 November 2018

Thanks for your positive, encouraging comment. Most appreciated.

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doug scotney 17 November 2018

lies are often excused as rhetoric

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Practicing Poetess 17 November 2018

Summed up simply, and true to its title. Good work, Michael!

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Michael Walker 18 November 2018

Thanks for your positive comment. all the best for your writing.

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