A mind is a terrible thing to waste...
why do some of the most powerful and potent intellects inevitably become imprissioned in the ivory tower? what is it that calls them there? is it a whisper, or a shriek that bids them 'come'? more importantly, who is it that will rescue them from themselves, from thier pride, thier vainglory, thier inaction? show me your faith without deeds, and i will show you my faith by what i do. marx put it best when he mused, 'the philosophers have merely interpreted the world, the point, however, is to change it.' reason, like faith, in and of itself is commendable, but without mitzvah, it means nothing. so a simple caveat to those who believe thier intellectual pursuits are the key to opening the delicate buds of mankind's best... sitting on your ass daydreaming about the hopeless plight of humanity does nothing, get off your butt and get to work, 'cuz the world ain't curing itself.
posted by Lord Milton Pepperbottom III at 1:13 PM
4 Comments:
Could you please explain your use of "mitzvah" because I was under the impression that it meant "commandment" and I am not sure how that fits into you paragraph? Thanks.
Anonymously,
Will
oh, silly seminary student! yes will, you are correct that a 'mitzvah' is a 'commandment of the jewish law,' only here in colorado springs, and here in community college, there are surrogate meanings for words. in this case, my reference to a 'mitzvah' was denotative of 'a worthy deed.' but, under the circumstances, i can appreciate the misunderstanding... smooches baby.
You should also check out Luke 11:37-47. I think Jesus probably agrees on many points.
Anonymously,
Will
good thought will! thanks for the verse, this is why i keep you around! love you buddy!
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