Okay, I'll bite: what greater power do you believe in? Any examination of your litany of posts on this and other threads exemplifies the meaning of the word. Hilarious coming from one who accuses those whose opinions differ from his as being extremist right-wingers and disciples of Hannity and Limbaugh. Then stop condeming those who do not share your religious extremism. Condoning the murder and rape of more citizens by released felons as acceptable losses only heightens the perception that you are either a religious fanatic or simply a fanatic. More fatalism. Apparently Americans should stand idly by, trusting in the Almighty, while our justice system permits "rehabililtated" felons to prey on our children and fellow citizens. You may be willing to surrender yourself and your family to those that would do us harm, but your beliefs, fortunately, are not binding to the rest of us. Explain then how accepting the slaughter and/or rape of further innocent civilians to released murderers and sex offenders is right for others or society as a whole. If you are able to, explain it without the fatalistic surrender-to-God's-will aspect which is the core of your mentality. Apparently I've touched a nerve. Worry not, your faith in whatever will carry you through.