The Editor, Sir:

I’m a Labourite predominantly by paternal heritage and choice, as I am an Adventist by maternal heritage and choice (Rev.14:12), yet I need to say that people in general, and the JLP in particular need to look beyond luck when it comes to their destiny and fortune.

I still remember the unfortunate comments of the Rt. Honourable Edward Seaga during the grand finale of the Election 2002 campaign as reported by Karyl Walker: “‘Thirteen years the PNP in power. Bad luck number dat. Call election in October, bad lucky month dat. Bad luck worse than obeah,” a beaming Seaga said.’” (JLP closes campaign with ‘Ram Jam 3’ rally “, Observer Wednesday, October 16, 2002).

This comment was as unfortunate as a self-explanatory article carried that year on Page 1A and 2A of The Sunday Gleaner, September 1, entitled, “Spiritualist predicts JLP win, then destruction” by staff reporter Glenda Anderson.

Clearly, voters should not give ear to either spiritualists of the ilk you’ll read about in Glenda’s piece, or even fall into the jaws of prophets like Phillip Phinn. If the PNP wins, it will not be because of the so-called prophet Phinn. As far as the Bible and Adventist theology are concerned, he doesn’t line up with the biblical criteria for a true prophet. Yet, while we’re on that topic, it is noteworthy to recognise that the prophecies of false prophets do not always fail (Deuteronomy 13:1-5), perhaps because they are good guessers, or God allows certain things to happen because of those in whom we put our trust. True prophets must be in harmony with the Bible, and consequently, must be Sabbath keepers like all the true prophets in the Bible.

Sensible people will look at policies and character. As for me, I like the idea of separation of powers, with and without apology. But I would never despise or disparage another person or Adventist like, say, PNP Senator Floyd Morris, for thinking differently.

I am etc.,

Ryan O’Neil Seaton

Kingston 11

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