Judgement verses Judgement

 

Feather of Maat & Heart Scale

The Heart and the Feather, in equal measure?

There are different kinds of Judgement, and not meaning discernment! Even recognizing a wrong does not give you a right to judge someone's heart and soul. You can condemn an action, but not the soul of the person. Assumptions on someone's character based on outward appearances and circumstances, is not a full context of the entire person. Judgement is best left to Divine discernment, when it comes to the moral, ethical, and what is sinful behavior. It is better to discern someone by the actions that come from their heart, and their remorse or lack of. Even in lacking remorse, we shouldn't hasten to judge someone, as that is best left to karmic divine discernments. Our view is limited. We can't possibly perceive from the highest perspective, as a point out in the cosmos may view something within a whole picture. 

Blind Justice

Consider why is Justice blind?

This is not about judgement in law or a courthouse. It is everyday judgment against others based on preconceptions without questioning. We should hesitate, learn more of something, find context, and even then hesitate to judge. Discerning is different, that is when you decide if something feels balanced with you, your goals, true self, good or bad for you... Discernment may change from situation to situation, or as you grow or pursue a new goal. Justice waits to learn the details, and does not rely on surface perceptions to make decisions. That is a good practice. That is why Justice is blind.

Truth and Balance, Fairness & Justice

To Judge or Not to Judge?

Consider:

You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on someone else, for at whatever point you judge another, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same things. Romans 2:1

Do not judge, or you too will be judged. Matthew 7:1

Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in the way of a brother or sister. Romans 14:13

Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? Matthew 7:3

Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. Luke 6:37

There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, the one who is able to save and destroy. But you—who are you to judge your neighbor? James 4:12

Therefore do not let anyone judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a religious festival, a New Moon celebration or a Sabbath day. These are a shadow of the things that were to come; the reality, however, is found in Christ. Colossians 2:16-17

The one who eats everything must not treat with contempt the one who does not, and the one who does not eat everything must not judge the one who does, for God has accepted them. Romans 14:3

What are all these passages saying really?

First examine yourself, know yourself, do not examine others for your own flaws, and attempt to see beyond these limiting perceptions. Remember not to do to others as they might you, and instead do as you would hope would be done onto you. Strive not to be a condemner, and lead by the best example you can of what is respectful to yourself and others, because we are all sacred beings living the fragile precious gift of life. It is wise not to condemn someone, while you refuse to admit you might be flawed yourself. Forgiveness, including self forgiveness is a virtue! Just leave Divine Justice in the hands of the Divine, it will balance, focus on your own bright tomorrow not on ill wishing. Realize people are people, and do not condemn them for humaness, also don't be so hard on yourself either. Each is unique, and all are able and acceptable to be as they are.

Just be kind!

Brightest Blessings!

Love & Forgiveness,

Reverend Priestess Amy Chris of the Covenant of Ramiel & Covenant of Olana