Any wisdom or insight that I impart upon others is merely a grain of sand
upon the Shore of Truth. My explanations stem from my own fallible understanding,
the mind of an imperfect man. Rather than heed my words, the vain imaginings
uttered from a flawed mouthpiece, watch for my deeds and actions toward others.
Truly, actions speak louder than words. If the fruits of my labors and dealings with other people speak highly of my
intentions, if they are good, be free to agree, but look not upon them as a
point of authority. If, however, the
fruits of my labors are bitter, shun me from sight and heed not a letter
of a single word that should spill from my sinful tongue. In regards to the
Truth of God, I am but a simpleton. Hearken, instead, to
the Texts of His Divine Utterance and Guidance, that His might may be revealed
through understanding and, eventually, Faith. The Word of God is an ocean
of knowledge whereas my own human wisdom is but a drop thereof. Blessed be
His full Ocean of Grandeur and Divine Knowledge!
Or, in layman's terms, "Don't quote me, boy, I ain't said shit."
I have come to realize that I am not a teacher. I am a servant, rather,
to those who wish to learn. My own experiences may reveal unrealized wisdom
to others, but I will forever be a student of life and am not
to be looked upon as a role model. I am not perfect. I am human and imperfection
is as ingrained in me as breathing. I will make mistakes and not understand
them. I will be awful, at times, with my timing. I will unknowingly hurt myself
and others in ways I couldn't possibly foresee. I am in the process of knowing myself and that process is eternal; I will never
be in a station where I can tell anyone what anything means with
100% certainty. I would rather listen and learn from others as well as myself
than waste my time (and that of other people) by trying to pass myself off as
someone who knows what's going on in the world. Any clue I get into the reality
of the world is for me and me only to truly appreciate and comprehend because
all others are shut from my perspective in life. No one else can really see
the world the same way that I do; nor can I see it as they do.
This fact upholds my belief that I have no place in being an authority on
anything but my own being. I can tell you what I would do in a situation,
I can state how I feel about something, I can expound upon my theories on
any given quote or interpretation... but it's all coming from my point of
view. Someone else may see it differently, perhaps better and more clearly.
I am capable of speaking truths, as individual shards of the greater mirror
which reflects The Truth, but the capacity to know The Truth, in its entirety,
is beyond my scope. Don't look to me for guidance or wisdom. I have none
to offer you. On the other hand, I'm willing to bet that there is plenty of
wisdom you can offer yourself, if you'll open your eyes and see it.