Elders do not legislate or command outcomes.

Elders Do Not Legislate or Command Outcomes

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Purpose

To distinguish guidance from authority and to maintain proper placement of decision-making responsibility.

General Principle

Elders do not legislate or command outcomes.

Meaning

Elders provide wisdom, context, and interpretation. They do not impose decisions on houses or the Assembly.

Function

This principle preserves balance between advice and authority. It ensures decisions remain with those who hold lawful responsibility.

Scope

Elders may:

• clarify ayaawx,
• remind participants of precedent,
• and outline possible consequences.

Final determination remains with recognized decision-makers.

Limits

Guidance must not be treated as automatic command. Authority cannot be transferred by expectation.

Consequence

Respecting this boundary protects legitimacy. Confusing guidance with rule may create disorder or dispute.