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[Oracle]

In days of old, the rules for good Rulers where summed up in the Trilogy:

1. Philia .... To have Soul and Motivate.
2. Sophia ....To have Temperance to allow Wisdom
3. Andreia .... To possess Courage as in Manhood

What attributes make a good Ruler for today's Modern World?


..... and may the best man win tomorrow

The term "ruler" suggests supreme authority. The nature of man requires "checks and balances." Therefore, there's no place for rulers in "today's Modern World."

You have your blinkers on again

The dictionary definition of a Ruler is a person who rules or governs.
(Use of capitals merely to discourage juveniles wishing to digress to measuring sticks.)

By merely giving someone the authority to govern with checks and balances, they also rule .... so whether you like it or not there is a place for Rulers in the modern world.

If you don't like my slant on Ruler ... pick another:

Roget's .... ruler
Definition: boss
Synonyms: adjudicator, big shot, boss, captain, chief, chieftain, commander, controller, crowned head, director, emperor, empress, governor, head, king, kingpin, leader, lord, manager, master, mastermind, monarch, patriarch, potentate, prince, princess, queen, reeve, regent, senior, sovereign

[webbo]

Definitions of respect on the Web:

* (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point; "it differs in that respect"
* esteem: the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded); "it is held in esteem"; "a man who has earned high regard"
* an attitude of admiration or esteem; "she lost all respect for him"
* deference: a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard; "his deference to her wishes was very flattering"; "be sure to give my respects to the dean"
* obedience: behavior intended to please your parents; "their children were never very strong on obedience"; "he went to law school out of respect for his father's wishes"
* regard: a feeling of friendship and esteem; "she mistook his manly regard for love"; "he inspires respect"
* regard highly; think much of; "I respect his judgement"; "We prize his creativity"
* show respect towards; "honor your parents!"
* deference: courteous regard for people's feelings; "in deference to your wishes"; "out of respect for his privacy"

Bubbles

[Filitsa]

In the Modern World, who uses the term ruler? ... but okay, I'll play your game : one who does her best, continually seeks to improve herself, looks out for the people she is responsible for, and recognizes that everyone is in this together for the benefit of humankind.

[Oracle]

For someone who reveals private information on a public forum without permission, invents a litany of excuses to cover her sorry butt and then refuses to apologise .......

I suggest the best course of action is for you to hide quietly in a corner and eat some humble pie before you start acting high and mighty blister-brain.

You have proven well ... you have nothing to contribute to this thread, so do the respectful thing and scoot, without further attention seeking.

[Oracle]

In the Modern World, who uses the term ruler? ... but okay, I'll play your game :D : one who does her best, continually seeks to improve herself, looks out for the people she is responsible for, and recognizes that everyone is in this together for the benefit of humankind.

I don't make the rules .... play any game you like ... I am happy to observe ...... and will join in if stimulated.

[Filitsa]

In the Modern World, who uses the term ruler? ... but okay, I'll play your game :D : one who does her best, continually seeks to improve herself, looks out for the people she is responsible for, and recognizes that everyone is in this together for the benefit of humankind.

I don't make the rules .... play any game you like ... I am happy to observe ...... and will join in if stimulated.

Geez, Oracle ... always on the defensive. It's just a manner of expression alluding to the fact that you started the thread, so I'll capitulate, and answer your question despite the connotation or denotation of "ruler" in the "Modern World."

[Oracle]

In the Modern World, who uses the term ruler? ... but okay, I'll play your game :D : one who does her best, continually seeks to improve herself, looks out for the people she is responsible for, and recognizes that everyone is in this together for the benefit of humankind.

I don't make the rules .... play any game you like ... I am happy to observe ...... and will join in if stimulated.

Geez, Oracle ... always on the defensive. It's just a manner of expression alluding to the fact that you started the thread, so I'll capitulate, and answer your question despite the connotation or denotation of "ruler" in the "Modern World."

There's more

[Filitsa]

Is that a question or statement?

If it's a question, then the answer is no (I should have written "I have capitulated and have answered ... ").

[Oracle]

Has anyone ever seen that sinister thriller where a woman moves in to share a flat with another .... and slowly bit by bit, she takes over the other woman's persona, eventually emulating how she looks ....

I hope webbo is happy with his sex change .....

He has obviously not being giving his wife enough attention recently ... and consequently she won't stop stalking me ...


Sorry Bubbles ... I am not into women ........

.... get your "hubby" to fulfil your needs

How about a name change now .... webbo / Bubbles!

[Stout]

An incorruptible person with the capacity to realize that they themselves are merely mortal.

Too busy arguing to even notice huh?. (1.28 pm)