Sliding Scale of Mercy
05/14/2019
Democracy - Almost half of the population is at the mercy of the majority
Autocracy - Almost all of the population is at the mercy of a few
Oligarchy - All of the population is at the mercy of one
Anarchy - none has the time to be merciful,
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Suresh (
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- Comment from author about the poem: Abolish all forms of imposed authority
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Without imposed authority there will be murder, rape and robbery with no authority to prevent it.
I wish you well in a world like that if you seek it.
But i'm guessing you are just being provocative here and no more want anarchy than any other intelligent person.
Oppp! Posted my reply as comment.
Akways value your response.
Imposed Authority does not prevent evil from happening, it creates laws to punishes evil doers.
It is up to and the obligation of each individual to be respectful to every other individual. The true definition of anarchy is not chaos.
OxfordDictionaries.com gives definition od anarchy as "A state of disorder due to absence or non-recognition of authority or other controlling systems".
Disorder. Too many individuals cannot be respectful.... or am i missing something?
From Wikipedia:
Alternatively, it has been presented as a viable long term choice by individuals known as anarchists who oppose the state and other forms of coercive hierarchies. These individuals typically think people should organize in non-hierarchical, voluntary associations where people voluntarily help each other.[4] There are a variety of forms of anarchy that attempt to avoid the use of coercion, violence, force and authority, while still producing a productive and desirable society.[5][6]
I strongly believe that individuals should take responsibility and be held accountable for themselves -
A noble but idealistic belief in my opinion. Anarchy would have no 'body' to which anyone could be held accountable though.
I agree that it would be wonderful to have such an existence in peace and harmony but humanity has never been like that.
A noble but idealistic belief in my opinion. Anarchy would have no 'body' to which anyone could be held accountable though.
I agree that it would be wonderful to have such an existence in peace and harmony but humanity has never been like that.
Good'un Suresh.
Nice thought provoking piece Suresh. The Christianization of the world has introduced the principles of subsidiarity and solidarity with one’s neighbors. The University system, hospitals, orphanages, the scientific method - all outgrowths of Catholic social teaching that encourage the holding of private property by the individual yet acts of charity and love for our neighbors. Hell, even from inside her Church - among her rank and file that is, has failed to bring Her down.
Thought provoking write Suresh but anarchy would surely not work.
The idea behind communism was always sound where everyone was equal but man would not let that work as some always think themselves better than others.
Brilliant! Yes been at it my whole life (as best I can)
I will be the definition of my word, by my individual actions.
I work with animals and each one shows us there is a natural order, yet we are young and still send of young off to be bombarded.
Not the 3rd time round, Renegades all the way my friend!
Thank you for this, brought much needed debate.
Yes, indeed... a thought worthy post if ever there was... Neville
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