- Maraga is a staunch and bold Seventh Day Adventist who plainly told Judicial Service Commission he would not preside over any case on Saturday

- Maraga who has openly professed his faith said judicial processes would flow smoothly if all lawyers applied Christian doctrines

- He attributed his rise to the helm of Kenya's judiciary to Christian values

- The CJ said it is difficult for lawyers to maintain trust and serve clients well without applying Christian principles

Chief Justice David Maraga has said he wishes every Kenyan practising law was a true Christian.

He said Christian values and principles were fundamental in ensuring the legal profession was hinged on integrity and trust.

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Chief Justice David Maraga is a bold Seventh Day Adventist who told vetting panel he could not work on Sabbath Day. Photo: The Standard.

Source: UGC

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Speaking during Daystar University's 41st graduation where he was conferred with a honorary doctorate in law on Friday, December 14, Maraga said the legal profession demanded strong moral values.

He observed that lawyers find themselves holding large sums of money for their clients at a time they were not well financially yet they needed to continue safeguarding the resources and reciprocate the trust.

The CJ who once said he was born in a poor family and even became a drunkard stated that he personally was able to avoid temptations of squandering clients' money because of his faith.

"Many people perceive lawyers as bad because they defend individuals who have allegedly committed offences not considering clients are innocent until proven otherwise. It is possible to be a Christian lawyer. It is about working with integrity and applying biblical principles," said Maraga.

Chief Justice David Maraga said the legal profession would be excellent with many true Christian lawyers. Photo: The Star.

Source: UGC

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The Seventh Day Adventist elder attributed his smooth transition from being an advocate to becoming the Judiciary's president to his application of Christian values.

"When I was told I would receive this honour today I thought a lot about what could have spurred me to deserve this recognition. I established it was all about walking like Christ walked. He was just because he applied his faith's principles and that;s what we need in the profession," he said.

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