Some people ask if they approve

Some people ask if it’s good.

Some people ask if it’s true.

Some people ask if it’s fraud.

A prosecutor tests first for fraud.

A scientist tests first for truth.

A philosopher tests first for good.

A common man tests first for his approval.

Everyone tests whether he understands.

First, seek to understand.

Second if it’s true.

Third if it’s a fraud.

Fourth if it’s good

Last, if you approve.

No one else cares if you approve of much. You shouldn’t either.