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This chapter covers a variety of topics related to traditional marriage and biblical concepts, including the metadidomic genius, the role of the wife as a guardian angel, the importance of the Sabbath, and the story of Boaz and Ruth. It highlights the value of commitment, compassion, and spiritual growth in building strong and healthy relationships, both with God and with each other.
Order and structure. Clarity of purpose and a preparedness that makes room for more impact. At the close of each hour, there is left behind a discernible signature that the wise seek to interpret and optimise. The splendour of the Father's gift in the metadidomi cannot be fully appreciated without considering the dignity, sobriety, and efficiency that it provides to the other members of the modalities family.
I personify this genius as "she" for reasons that will become clear in our discussion of the ezer kenegdo, a technical term used to describe the particular kind of help offered by the wife in a traditional marriage, as defined in Scripture between a man and wife. Hence, "ebony and ivory.”
In the context of the metadidomi, "she" represents the complementary aspect of the Father's gift, which is the husband. Together, they form a harmonious whole that is both beautiful and effective. This is reflected in the concept of "ebony and ivory," where the two distinct elements are united in a way that enhances their individual qualities.
Winston Churchill, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during Queen Elizabeth's early reign, had a close working relationship with her. Churchill referred to Elizabeth's father, King George VI, as his "dear friend", and the two men worked together closely during World War II. Elizabeth's own dedication to duty and service, which has been a hallmark of her reign, is often compared to Churchill's.
In England, the constitutional monarch serves as a figurehead with ceremonial duties and limited powers, while the prime minister is responsible for the day-to-day governance of the country and holds significant political power. The monarch appoints the prime minister, but the latter is accountable to parliament. The monarch's role is largely symbolic and non-political. This dynamic is an example of the principle of "ebony and ivory" at work.
In his manifesto on the British Constitutional Monarchy, Walter Bagehot is a chief exponent of the metadidomic genius. The idea is based upon the Lord of the Manor in dignified or divine perpetuity, e.g., a King or Queen from a notable Family or Royal House ordained by God, not appointed by a committee of men.
Bagehot believed that the genius of the monarch lies in "a well-considered inaction where the best intellectual impulses are stimulated and the worst intellectual impulses are best kept at bay." The characteristic advantage of a constitutional king is the permanence of his place, allowing him to acquire a consecutive knowledge of complex transactions. However, Bagehot cautioned that there is no royal road to political affairs and that the king must use this opportunity wisely.
Bagehot argued that the only fit material for a constitutional king is a prince who begins early to reign, who is superior to pleasure, willing to labour, and has a genius for discretion. Such kings are among God's greatest gifts, but they are also among His rarest.
Bagehot also believed that the order of nobility is of great use, not only in what it creates, but also in what it prevents. It prevents the rule of wealth and the religion of gold. He argued that "they dare not place in unfit hands a power which, besides hurting the nation, might altogether ruin them."
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Unlike historical figures such as Charlemagne, Richelieu, and Napoleon, a wise and great constitutional monarch attempts no such vanities. Instead, the monarch labours in the world of sober fact, dealing with schemes that can be effected, schemes that are desirable, and schemes that are worth the cost.
In the context of the metadidomi, the husband can be seen as parallel to the Prime Minister, responsible for the day-to-day governance of the family, while the wife can be seen as parallel to the Queen, serving as a figurehead with ceremonial duties and a complementary role in the family's decision-making. Together, they form a "harmonious whole" that is both beautiful and effective, much like the "ebony and ivory" analogy drawn from a piano keyboard.
In a traditional monogamous marriage, the husband may lead in certain areas, like a Prime Minister dealing with foreign affairs, while the wife may be the Supreme Magistrate in full control of domestic and home issues. This arrangement allows for a division of responsibilities that can contribute to the stability and success of the family unit, just as the Prime Minister and Queen work together to govern the country and maintain its traditions. By committing to one another, both partners can fully invest themselves in the relationship and work together to build a shared life. This commitment also provides a sense of security and stability for any children that may be part of the family. Overall, monogamy is an important aspect of traditional family values that helps to build strong, healthy, and loving relationships.