
A contemplative journey begins with a bold question: does an unseen, infallible Judge govern our thoughts, feelings, and deeds, or are we left to the ever‑shifting whims of human‑made law? The narrator invites listeners to probe the layers of justice that lie beyond statutes—those invisible forces that reward, punish, and shape every choice. By weaving philosophy with the intimacy of everyday encounters, the work asks whether a deeper, universal morality exists, one that transcends culture and conscience.
As the discussion unfolds, the text distinguishes between the tangible, societal rules we all know and a more elusive “physical” or “psychological” justice that silently guides us. It challenges the listener to consider whether this hidden order is rooted in nature, in the fabric of the universe, or solely within the human soul. The first act sets the stage for a rich exploration of how such a profound principle might influence the present, hinting at the personal and collective consequences that await those who dare to listen.
Language
fi
Duration
~5 hours (306K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Tapio Riikonen
Release date
2020-09-29
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1862–1949
A quiet revolutionary of modern drama, he filled the stage with mystery, silence, and inner life. The Belgian Nobel laureate is still best known for symbolist works such as Pelléas and Mélisande and for the enduring fantasy play The Blue Bird.
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