D & D? Again?
Recently, I was compared to a paladin.
(The scimitar makes for some conflicting imagery in that regard.)
What is a paladin?
A holy knight?
A symbol of hope?
Someone questing for what will save us all?
No, that's D&D.
Read this. You'll see that it's a little bit different. But regardless. The idea of the knight of god, the member of the imperial guard, or the retainer of the king serves well enough as a model to provoke some piquant questions.
I don't know, but remainroark was thinking about a person in her life that radiates strength, and the results that this person creates. The idea of the paladin, the modern example and my recent isa experience made me think about what makes a person a paladin - someone strong and holy who can be honored and respected, and who brings light into the life of everyone they meet.
I submit the following list.
Strength.
The will to persevere and see beyond simple emotional response.
Knowledge.
The ability to see past the words and emotions into the subtext of what's being expressed.
Acceptance.
The peace of mind to take what a person offers, keeping the good and releasing the bad.
Courage.
The bravery to face all that has happened, every tragedy, every mistake, and find the value, purpose and benefit in it all. And to keep doing what you know to be right.
Faith.
The belief that you are on the right path, that you will be served by your behaviors, and that things will turn out because you will not allow yourself to be set back.
Of course, all of this is dictated by the results you get. So, it's all relative.
But what do you think?
(The scimitar makes for some conflicting imagery in that regard.)
What is a paladin?
A holy knight?
A symbol of hope?
Someone questing for what will save us all?
No, that's D&D.
Read this. You'll see that it's a little bit different. But regardless. The idea of the knight of god, the member of the imperial guard, or the retainer of the king serves well enough as a model to provoke some piquant questions.
I don't know, but remainroark was thinking about a person in her life that radiates strength, and the results that this person creates. The idea of the paladin, the modern example and my recent isa experience made me think about what makes a person a paladin - someone strong and holy who can be honored and respected, and who brings light into the life of everyone they meet.
I submit the following list.
Strength.
The will to persevere and see beyond simple emotional response.
Knowledge.
The ability to see past the words and emotions into the subtext of what's being expressed.
Acceptance.
The peace of mind to take what a person offers, keeping the good and releasing the bad.
Courage.
The bravery to face all that has happened, every tragedy, every mistake, and find the value, purpose and benefit in it all. And to keep doing what you know to be right.
Faith.
The belief that you are on the right path, that you will be served by your behaviors, and that things will turn out because you will not allow yourself to be set back.
Of course, all of this is dictated by the results you get. So, it's all relative.
But what do you think?