Tag Archives: Interpretation

A Gentle Interpretation

A Gentle Interpretationby Michael DoyleSpiritual discipleship forms with rhythms of rest.It’s a life of humility, and not a free-flowing test.It is said that the Sabbath is silence and solitudeLived in willing apprentice and loving gratitude.The decision is made to live … Continue reading

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First Principles: The First and Governing Maxim In the Interpretation of A Statute Is To Discover the Meaning of Those Who Made It

“The first and governing maxim in the interpretation of a statute is to discover the meaning of those who made it.” – James Wilson (1790)

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A Tenderness of Hope

A Tenderness of Hopeby Michael DoyleWe live in a fast-paced society That is filled with such complexityThat it brings less than notorietyTo become overwhelmed by our anxietyStill, each of us chooses a mask to wearA smile of dignity as if … Continue reading

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A Speculative Blush of History

A Speculative Blush of Historyby Michael DoyleIn part, science fiction involves mysteryOther times, speculation about historyWhat might have been or might well beHad things only turned out a bit differentlyAll the casual moments of interpretationOf events real and in the … Continue reading

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First Principles: The First and Governing Maxim In the Interpretation of A Statute Is To Discover the Meaning of Those Who Made It

“The first and governing maxim in the interpretation of a statute is to discover the meaning of those who made it.” – James Wilson (1790)

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Preparation and Interpretation

Preparation and Interpretationby Michael DoyleI begin this in prayer and dedicationStanding firm on God’s holy foundationSpeaking the Word of God before meIn supplication, I seek to let this beGod, the three-in-one, formed in trinityIs holy and righteous in His dignityWelcoming … Continue reading

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Searching For Truth (On A Yellow Brick Road)

Searching For Truth (On A Yellow Brick Road)by Michael DoyleSearchers after truth seek hidden meaningsOn whatever road traveled as human beingsThoughts and actions shape the emotionsStuffed within a wicker basket of devotionWhen looked at properly and with interpretationThere is so … Continue reading

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First Principles: The First and Governing Maxim In the Interpretation of A Statute Is To Discovery the Meaning of Those Who Made It

“The first and governing maxim in the interpretation of a statute is to discover the meaning of those who made it.” – James Wilson, Of the Study of Law in the United States, 1790

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Moments That Bring Gratitude

Moments That Bring Gratitudeby Michael DoyleThere are moments that bring gratitudeThat we must face with the right attitudeA first basis needed, a case made then pleadedThere is the voice of God that must be heededThese are the gifts that keep … Continue reading

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Blessed, Broken, and Given

Blessed, Broken, and Givenby Michael DoyleWe live in the era of the offendedWhile we’ve forgotten that we’re friendedBy a friend who teaches in His storyThe ways to move past offense into gloryHave a sharp mind in every interrogationFinding discernment in … Continue reading

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