Why do the nations conspire, and the peoples plot in vain? The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the Lord and his anointed, saying, "Let us burst their bonds asunder, and cast their cords from us." He who sits in the heavens laughs; the Lord has them in derision. (Psalm 2: 1-4)

We challenge boundaries. We question limitations. We seek to control and avoid being controlled.

Is our intention creative or destructive? Do we seek to understand reality or overturn reality? Are we motivated by respect or pride?

Above hagah is translated as plot. It can also mean meditate, muse, or devise. The character of the action depends on our intention.