ALL IS NOT WHAT IT SEEMS

In an ideal world, I would be with a lodge that is aware. This awareness would translate into respect for the variety of possibilities that are taken up by serious minded gentlemen in pursuit of happiness.  Do I know whether what I profess as truth is actually belief? Do I assume that my beliefs are complete and not snippets? Do i accept that I can find contentment exploring a better understanding of virtue? How then can I declare myself a virtuous man if I don't know what it is?  But if you ask the questions, I have one for you in return. How much time do I have to respond? Do you want the first reaction that comes to mind? Or are you looking for a qualified opinion?  What if I am reconsidering your questions as if for the first time? Are you wanting explanations?  In exchange what can I expect from you?  Will you bring out compatibility in what I'm saying or attack variations between your own thoughts (of which I have no knowledge). Are you creating an exercise to judge? What question are you attempting to answer? There is no accounting for taste! It is a charming way of reminding us each individual has their own and it is legitimate as far as opinions go.  Are you seeking truth?  How do we know if an opinion is in fact, a truth?  Do we agree on this formula? Won't this bring out passionate reactions?  Won't this be best discussed by men able to control their emotion? And are we able to participate assuming change is still in play?