Interpret seeks to further understanding. To unpack that which may be hidden. And use this data to inform his steps moving forward.
Interpret may happen without hesitation. Recklessly thrusting his authority all over the place. The immediate response to a surprise encounter. Or one that is so familiar that he need not the luxury of time. By doing so, interpret leaps through the filtration system. Bypassing examination and contemplation. Perhaps ignoring context and background. When acting in this manner, interpret may wiggle his way into the bed with assumption.
In some cases, interpret happens over time. As he allows seasoning and the soul to mold his journey. Thoughtfulness and silence to shape his mind. Interpret can be quite methodical. Chewing on the slightest of details. Becoming aware of his own biases. And responsibly digesting all available food.
Interpret is open to interpretation. For he is not in the monopoly business. Sadly, this may not prevent forceful pilgrims to treat him as such. As they knock down the doors of his domain. And drag him out into the streets for show-and-tell. Especially in these moments, interpret longs to remind the people that he does not discriminate. And wishes to be utilized by the most critical of masses. He pleads for the breath to do so. And fights back his abusers.
While he seeks open access, interpret does prefer to be handled in community. For he does not fear germs. But to bounce back and forth for mutual growth. In his wisdom, interpret knows that he only offers a glimpse. And that ultimate truth is beyond his human reach. Amen.
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Interpret may happen without hesitation. Recklessly thrusting his authority all over the place. The immediate response to a surprise encounter. Or one that is so familiar that he need not the luxury of time. By doing so, interpret leaps through the filtration system. Bypassing examination and contemplation. Perhaps ignoring context and background. When acting in this manner, interpret may wiggle his way into the bed with assumption.
In some cases, interpret happens over time. As he allows seasoning and the soul to mold his journey. Thoughtfulness and silence to shape his mind. Interpret can be quite methodical. Chewing on the slightest of details. Becoming aware of his own biases. And responsibly digesting all available food.
Interpret is open to interpretation. For he is not in the monopoly business. Sadly, this may not prevent forceful pilgrims to treat him as such. As they knock down the doors of his domain. And drag him out into the streets for show-and-tell. Especially in these moments, interpret longs to remind the people that he does not discriminate. And wishes to be utilized by the most critical of masses. He pleads for the breath to do so. And fights back his abusers.
While he seeks open access, interpret does prefer to be handled in community. For he does not fear germs. But to bounce back and forth for mutual growth. In his wisdom, interpret knows that he only offers a glimpse. And that ultimate truth is beyond his human reach. Amen.
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