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What does it mean?
She blames broken promises regarding her imprisonment by clergy.
In plain terms
I was promised clergy protection but received enemies.
What can you take from it?
Broken promises lead to suffering.

Where it applies

  • legal dispute
  • imprisonment

Putting it to work

  • document promises
  • seek justice

Questions to consider

  • Who breaks promises?
  • Where do you seek justice?

Another view

Appealing to higher judges may not bring relief.

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