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I consider the word equal a mathematical term (e.g. 2 = 1+1) and not a word that should be applied to humans. We are in no sense equal, not intellectual, DNA (well, certain twins have the same), thoughs, status etc. But if you mean what I think, I agree that we should be able to see past these things and respect each other. Respect has to be earned, though.. Altruism is a wonderful trait, but you should be the most important person in your life. To be slightly narcissistic is only good, but all in moderation, of course.
Perfection is also a word that should be solely reserved for mathematics, a cirle or a square might be perfect, the word cannot apply to humans. Everyone has the right to judge, but if your judgement is based on subjective feelings instead of objective proof, one might not care much for it. Yes, everyone can judge, but is the one being judged who should consider if it's worth listening to or not.
(June 15, 2011 at 9:30 pm)twocompulsive Wrote: I try to treat everyone as equal, but am only human and am sometimes guilty of putting myself before others.
I'm imperfect so therefore don't have the moral authority to judge others, irrespective of whatever their wrongdoing may be.
I consider the word equal a mathematical term (e.g. 2 = 1+1) and not a word that should be applied to humans. We are in no sense equal, not intellectual, DNA (well, certain twins have the same), thoughs, status etc. But if you mean what I think, I agree that we should be able to see past these things and respect each other. Respect has to be earned, though.. Altruism is a wonderful trait, but you should be the most important person in your life. To be slightly narcissistic is only good, but all in moderation, of course.
Perfection is also a word that should be solely reserved for mathematics, a cirle or a square might be perfect, the word cannot apply to humans. Everyone has the right to judge, but if your judgement is based on subjective feelings instead of objective proof, one might not care much for it. Yes, everyone can judge, but is the one being judged who should consider if it's worth listening to or not.
When I was young, there was a god with infinite power protecting me. Is there anyone else who felt that way? And was sure about it? but the first time I fell in love, I was thrown down - or maybe I broke free - and I bade farewell to God and became human. Now I don't have God's protection, and I walk on the ground without wings, but I don't regret this hardship. I want to live as a person. -Arina Tanemura
