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this is a complete, dramatic rejection of the entitlement mentality, as starkly illustrated by the Parable of the Vineyard Workers

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The enigmatic expression "the last shall be first, and the first shall be last" is repeatedly attributed to [[Jesus]] in the [[New Testament]]. (Matthew 19:30; 20:16; Mark 10:31; and Luke 13:30)

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*this is a complete, dramatic rejection of the [[entitlement mentality]], as starkly illustrated by the [[Parable of the Vineyard Workers]];

It suggests that [[group theory]] is a more accurate way of viewing things than by pecking order or jealousy. All have equal opportunities for good regardless of their standing in life.

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