Sunday, May 05, 2013

Power: What?

So what then is power?

It is usually defined as the ability to do or act. I think that is pretty good. Further, it seems to be an ability to act in and alter the world in accordance with one's own person, idea or tribal identity. The notion of power requires location. It requires a distinct entity to exercise it.

One can exercise power with the manipulation of tools and other inanimate objects, or through the body power of other individuals via persuasion, or in less honorable conditions, via manipulation or force.