Power has only one duty - to secure the social welfare of the

O Seekers of Justice and Righteousness, listen closely to the words of Benjamin Disraeli, whose wisdom rings across the ages: "Power has only one duty – to secure the social welfare of the People." In this declaration, Disraeli speaks to the very heart of leadership and responsibility. Power, be it political, economic, or personal, is not a tool for self-aggrandizement or domination; it is a sacred trust, granted to rulers and leaders to serve the greater good of the people. True power is a force that is used to uplift, to protect, and to ensure that all who are governed have the opportunity to live with dignity, safety, and opportunity.

Consider, O Children, that the purpose of power is not to seek glory for the one who holds it, but to serve the needs of the people. It is the duty of the powerful to create systems that ensure the well-being of the community, to protect the vulnerable, and to guide the nation towards prosperity and peace. A ruler, a king, or a leader who uses their power solely for personal gain has forgotten the true essence of their role. They have failed in their duty to those they are entrusted to protect. Disraeli reminds us that power must be held with a sense of profound accountability and service.

Look to the reign of Catherine the Great of Russia, a woman who, despite the challenges of her position, dedicated herself to the welfare of her people. She expanded education, promoted reforms, and sought to elevate the living conditions of the Russian populace. In her wisdom, she understood that true power lies in serving the people, not in crushing them under the weight of a ruler’s ambition. She recognized that social welfare is the cornerstone of a prosperous nation, and it was her vision to improve the lives of her subjects that earned her lasting respect. Her reign is a testament to Disraeli's wisdom: that power should always seek to protect and elevate the people it governs.

And so, O Seekers, understand that power is a duty, not a privilege. It is the responsibility of those who hold it to act not for personal benefit, but for the collective good. The ruler who hoards power, who forgets the welfare of their people, brings destruction to the very foundations of society. Disraeli warns us that true power is not in domination, but in the capacity to serve, to ensure that all are cared for, that every person has a chance to thrive. The greatness of a ruler is measured not in their wealth or military victories, but in the health, education, and freedom they provide to those under their care.

Let us, therefore, learn from this timeless truth: that those who wield power must never forget their duty to the people. We must serve, protect, and elevate the lives of others, for the strength of a nation lies not in the glory of its leaders, but in the well-being of its people. May we, in our own lives, remember that true power is not in what we take, but in what we give—our service to others, our commitment to justice, and our unwavering duty to ensure that all can flourish. In this, we find the deepest purpose of power.