English

The above statement was made by a magistrate; a credible authority. The magistrate was making this statement in reference to victor’s case where he had lost his dear wife, Elizabeth to death through murder committed by an unknown and indescribable assailant. This line stands out for me as it portrays a credible authority asserting his authority. The magistrate is very categorical as he states that he shall use all the powers bestowed upon him to make sure that the culprit of the heinous act, murdering of Victor’s wife, is brought to book. Such a statement is reassuring for a person seeking justice. On the other hand, the statement is most likely to send chills down the spine of the villain. The line stands out because it portrays justice and the lengths in which those given the authority to execute justice will go, to ensure justice prevails.

The above statement makes me feel good. It helps build my confidence in the government of the day as well as the government or authority of that time. The fact that the magistrate states the above statement not only to Victor but to the whole courthouse indicates the level of commitment of the judge and the authority of the day to have justice prevail in the case of Elizabeth’s murder.

The purpose of the statement by the judge is meant to instill confidence in authority as the statement is said in the presence of attendees. The second purpose of the statement is to console Victor, the man who has lost his wife to a heinous murder. By the judge stating that he shall go to all lengths to ensure that the villain shall be caught, the judge in a way consoles Victor and assures him that the law will bring to book the villain.