Dear Bhikkhu Pesala,

> Before you make any more akusala kamma by insinutating that some posters
> are pompous, irrational, illogical, and abusive"

I find your understanding of Frank's message to be bit of an over-reaction.
If you re-read his statement, he made no mention of this Pali group nor of
any individual, explicitly or implicitly, and clearly says that he is
speaking of a hypothetical case. If you DO think that he was making a
veiled ad hominem statement, then rather than accusing him of unskillful
speech, perhaps it would be best to first look into your own heart and see
if any of those negative qualities might validly apply to yourself,
graciously accept the criticism if appropriate and strive to mend your ways.
One could use one's vipassana practice usefully to this end. If, on the
other hand, you truly feel that none of them apply, then it's not your
problem and that should be the end of the matter. As we say, "If the cap
fits, wear it", but it is usually very difficult to stand back and see
oneself as others do.

Best wishes,
Stephen Hodge