Judiciary's Public Trust Crucial for Democracy, Citizen Urges

Whether God or the divine exists is not a matter of discussion and debate; it is a matter of faith, belief, trust, and experience. Similarly, society bestows faith and respect upon judges as if they were gods. Therefore, the faith, trust, and confidence of the people in judges should never be lost.

In a general sense, it is a universally accepted principle that judges must be lawful and just when dispensing justice. Lawful means making decisions in accordance with the constitution, laws, and prevailing legal provisions. However, just means not being limited only to the letter of the law, but for judges to make decisions by embracing the essence of justice based on their experience, practical knowledge, discretion, and overall assessment of the situation. It is because this invisible authority is granted to judges that society views them as symbols of living justice.