6.2.3.6 -> 31

[clarissa]

I'm genuinely confused. Why does "Conflict" where all the moving lines seem rather negative...morph into "Wooing"? It seems like a complete disconnect to me. What am I missing?

 

[dobro p]

I don't see it as 'conflict' as much as 'contention' - two valid points of view contending with each other - they're not out to destroy each other, but each is strenuously putting forward his/her point of view as the more valid approach. I suppose that might be seen as conflict, though.

As for morphing into wooing... have you ever had an argument with your sweetheart that quickly resolved into passion? The strength of the energy stays the same, but its character changes. All it takes is a change of perception, and all that energy that seemed challenging and in need of being resisted now seems stimulating and in need of being acted on. Flip flop.

 

[clarissa]

I'm going to reflect on that.

 

[dobro p]

The reason I see it as contention rather than conflict is cuz there's all that legal symbolism in the main text. A courtroom is a clearly defined space and set of procedures whereby you state your case to a higher authority and accept the higher verdict. It isn't a battlefield where the outcome is determined by who gets destroyed.

And about 6>31... You might think of it as 'contention that moves in the direction of influence' or 'contention that produces a strong influence'. I'd opt for the former. It's weird to think of a contention that stimulates in a coming together sort of way.

 

[dharma]

Just a thought.. might this also be an example of debating with someone, or even of exercising one's fencing skills, as opposed to being in a serious conflict or contention?

 

[dobro p]

Well, contention can take any form. But my understanding is that contention is along the lines of expressing a grievance, an expression of that 'it's not fair!' feeling. When you're fencing or debating with someone, you're trying to win, and there's no sense of grievance or injustice usually.

 

[clarissa]

You said, "It's weird to think of a contention that stimulates in a coming together sort of way."

I agree. It does seem strange...even now after I've given it some thought. I think it's because of fact that 31 seems so....well...sexual.

 

[dharma]

Whether debating or contending, one is attempting to state a good case for or against something. Either way, both are hoping to win their side. The only reason there is no sense of grievance during a debate, or in fencing for that matter, is precisely because these particular activities are forms of deliberate training meant to hone one's skills at dealing with opposition in a co-ordinated and skillful manner. They are not meant to be personal but fun sport. And this certainly hints at the underlying sexual attraction of hx31 as the context to hx6's conflict.

 

[clarissa]

"They are not meant to be personal but fun sport. And this certainly hints at the underlying sexual attraction of hx31 as the context to hx6's conflict."

I think I got it....sounds like a flirting couple...teasing each other. Accusations are made, honor is defended...but it's all in the spirit of jest.