The "Myth of Equality"

Thomas Jefferson was obviously an intelligent man; I think there is little doubt surrounding that fact, but he did make an erroneous statement when he declared, "All men are created equal!". A pleasant thought and idea this is- this absurd idea that everyone is "equal". Perhaps, indeed, in the eyes of God, all men are equal...and then again, perhaps not. Let me explain to you, if I may, why I believe "equality" is nothing save a convenient myth to lull us all into believing that no one is better than anyone else.

It is beyond my capacity to rationalize that Bill Gates or Donald Trump is my financial equal; I cannot rationalize that a child is my physical equal; I cannot rationalize that Einstein is/was my intellectual equal; I cannot rationalize that Charles Manson is my moral equal. Given my inability to draw or paint, I cannot rationalize that Van Gogh is my artistic equal. These are but a few mere examples how, on one scale or another, no two human beings are in any way "equal". There are even differences, however palpable or subtle, in identical twins.

Bill Gates is financially superior to me. I am physically superior in strength to a child. Einstein is/was more intelligent than I. Charles Manson is inferior when it comes to my sense of morality. Van Gogh is my artistic superior.

The closest we can ever get to achieving "equality" as varied human beings is mutual respect and equal rights. I would hate to think that in the eyes of the Lord, a criminal or murderer is in any way equal to me. I get the concept that "sin is sin", but I think that God, being omnipotent, would make a clear distinction; after all, is that not what "Judgment Day" is all about? The good Souls going to Heaven and the corrupt ones sentenced to Hell? Seems like there is some inequality going on in that picture. Now, I have no wish to engage in a theological debate, for that is not the premise of the post; I only wish to further exemplify the idea that no one is equal, in flesh or Soul.

This opinion is divisive and controversial, but instead of attacks or accusation, I welcome an intelligent and rational debate, if anyone is interested. An articulate debate may even cause me to change my mind, as I am challenging humanity's long-held and generally accepted "self-evident truths". Again, I ask that we not focus upon the religious aspect of this thesis, for such arguments are futile as we all have our firm spiritual convictions. Instead, let us discuss why "equality" may or may not be a myth. Thanks for reading and considering, and remember, this is not meant to be offensive or an attack but merely an exchange of ideas :)