g a b r i e l [ seraphim of the christian house ] (
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universalis2012-02-05 05:24 pm
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so let's get to know each other a little better...
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❝ FORCED HONESTY v2 ❞
no-one's denying that all these gods and godesses aren't formidable motherfuckers. I mean, let's face it, they're all thousands of years old have turned more hot virgins in to trees than your average mortal has had hot dinners. and even their minders can be pretty badass. but right here, right now, everyone present is bound by the highest authority to TELL NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH to whoever that asks it of them...
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Gabriel looks mildly perturbed by the question but at least he has a millenia of scripture to fall back upon. He clears his throat and lifts his chin to reply: ]
A goal to be worked towards. Knowing what our Father requires of us doesn't make it easier to be righteous, but only shows us where we fall short. A state of true righteousness is impossible to attain, but we strive to be worthy of its gift.
[ He breaks off, unhappy at being tested in such a way by one of the Greco-Romans, and raises an eyebrow as if to as are we done here? ]
no subject
And your shortcomings. Do they lead to guilt?
no subject
[ Although, sometimes he's not sure he has all that many of them.
Perhaps that in itself is a very obvious shortcoming. ]
Whether or not it is warranted isn't for me to judge.
[ There's an edge to his voice that suggests it isn't for her to judge either; let that be saved for her own believers. He belongs to his God and there is no crossover to be found between of them, of that he is perfectly confident. ]