Phat writes:
I'm just as human as you...and no better.
The world would certainly be a better place if only such a concept would catch on.
It's almost as if old religions knew such an idea was a good thing, even. Which such lines as "Not of works, lest any man should boast."
Perhaps this phrase should be expanded, instead of contracted.
Don't contract it and focus on the specific works-vs-faith salvation.
But expand on the '...lest any man should boast" idea.
That is, understand that all humans are equal.
Understand none of us is "any better" than any other of us... 'lest any man should boast.'
Can certain people be smarter? Sure.
Can certain people be stronger? Sure.
Can certain people be better at any "works?" Sure.
But, our essence of being human, having the right to pursue a safe, enjoyable life - we are all equal, and no one is "any better" at being granted such a right... "lest any man should boast."
That's what it's talking about.
Or, at least, that's the way I like to see it.