Intergalactic Summit

I wouldn't worry too much about it, Lord Vaari. For better or worse, Providence in large part exists outside of the pomp and ceremony inherent to the great Empire. Indeed I would suggest that in some cases you may mistaking good natured joking for "disrespect." As we used to say where I come from, "we wouldn't tease you if we didn't like you."

You have admirers in Providence. Continue to do God's good work and know that His regard, and that of our Empress, matters most.

I do believe that, in a stroke of brilliance, Vaari made a subtle true statement about the residents of Providence and how much they do for their region.

Vaari perhaps you need to spend some time in solitude and reflection while you pray for the strength to be a little more humble.

With so many titles and accomplishments distracting you, a little humility might help you be closer to God.

You are right, the texts do not say you should bow before "peasants," but they express how you should bow before God and how the humility you display before God should penetrate to your heart and be reflected in all you do.

"True meekness is one that has penetrated and laid its roots in the very heart of a man."

This seems to suggest that meekness is a quality, a virtue even, one that should be reflected in everything you do. From the heart is borne both evil and righteousness.

"The dirt of the earth will embrace our decadence..."

This seems to suggest that being a "nobleman" or being "above" others makes no difference in the end.

I would argue that the context of the passages here suggests that your circumstance and position should not change how you interact with those around you. In the end, you are but a passing moment in history and all that you have achieved is but scattered chaff before God.

Khross, you did not really thought I, Lord Vaari demand respect from God? Im His most humble servant, and know my place very well. I made demand, because still I encounter ignorance every day in Providence region. Some peasants even dare to call me mate when they talk to me. or friend.

I know Im above all residents of the Providence when it comes to social status, and I except their behaviour to be proper when interacting with my majestic presence. I also know Im below high imperial authorities, and I show same respect to them. I also treat officials of holder alliances with respect, even if they are below me in social structure, because I recognice their high position in their owned territory. Altough I, Lord Vaari will not crawl before them even if it would please them, but I show their my respect with many ways and I except same in return from their subject.

I leave humility to the peasants. As I, Lord Vaari said before, I have done more for the providence than most of its residents combine.

It might be difficult of infidel to comrehend, but where I come, and what Providence stands for, nobility earn their respect moment they are born. No deed are required.

Sacred text does not command me to show humility to peasants. They order peasants to show their humility to me.

Our glorious Leader,Lord Vaari has my full support. It's very easy to counter things with joking.

You have done nothing worthy of respect. Why should anyone respect you?