The Significance of Being Connected to the Masses

The reflection on Ash Wednesday highlights the imperative for both communists and Christians to recognize their place in relation to the masses. In communism, the hero worship and desire to build personal legacies must be tempered by acknowledging the finite nature of individuals, including iconic figures like Marx, Lenin, and Mao. True significance lies in being close to and fighting alongside the masses in their struggle for emancipation. Similarly, Christians are reminded that their collective efforts, guided by the power of the Spirit, contribute to the work of salvation and liberation. Both communists and Christians, while not being the heroes, have the privilege of participating in historical movements and making small contributions to a better world.