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Old 02-16-2009, 01:33 AM   #4
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The quote is frequently used and I don't see how you find it provocative, unless you are holding yourself up to be righteous and those who disagree with you to be unrighteous.

CF, Mike's comment on common consent.

What about people who complain but don't pretend to be righteous?
I find it provocative because it runs counter to man's natural inclinations.
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