What is man....

"What a piece of work is man!
How noble in reason!
how infinite in faculties!
in form and moving, how express and admirable!
in action, how like an angel!
in apprehension, how like a god!
the beauty of the world!
the paragon of animals!
And yet, to me, what is this quintessence of dust?
man delights not me; no, nor woman neither...."
William Shakespeare's Hamlet, Prince of Denmark

What is man indeed? A noble creature capable of dreaming dreams and doing great deeds, or merely dust and lust and animal appetites?

The Bar's Big Walk for Justice went well inspite of the show of intimidation by the police and FRU forces and trucks. The internet is full of pictures and videos of about 2000 mostly lawyers and other concerned citizens walking "peacefully and with dignity" even cheerfully, in the sun and under the darkening sky and then the pouring rain. Si Khoon was there, as was the Rev. Sivin Kit, Tricia Yeoh, and many many other recognisable faces who can be seen in the photos. It's a good beginning, and Lord, don't let it be too long a walk indeed.

But the situation in Myanmar has exploded and the junta have shown their true colours again. The death count mounts, and Lord, I can only pray again, have mercy upon the poor people of Myanmar! How long have they suffered and endured, and how long more? Let Your justice and deliverance come soon!