Unravelling the mystery behind the human nomenclature

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UNRAVELLING THE MYSTERY OF THE HUMAN NOMENCLATURE

I like us to understand the significance of the name "HUMAN BEING".

There are two words that are absolutely important to human existence : "beings and doings" .

These two words are essentially interconnected.  They give definition to our life.  The totality of our life  is summed up in these two words.

"Doing", as the name implies, is simply what we do - our undertakings . While "being" is whom  we are.

You see in life, who we are coupled with what we do is the essence of living .

 The salient importance of what we do, and the absolute significance of who we are, cannot be overemphasized . They are as important as the breath in our nostrils .

Now, I like us to take cognizance of the fact that we are called "human beings", and not "human doings". A critical look at this will help us to understand that our life, as our name implies ,is about who we are not what we do.

Life is not just about what we do but also who we are.  In fact, who we are, is far more important than what we do.

God is more interested in who we are than in what we do.- Rick Warren.

Have you ever taken your time to ask yourself : "who I am?"

Who you are is your purpose, while what you do is your profession. Your purpose is the fundamental essence of your existence . It gives definition and value to your life.  Your purpose gives you a sense of recognition and significance in life.  Without purpose, you are essentially a nonentity.

You are appreciated for what you do but you are celebrated for who you are.
Your uniqueness is what determines your usefulness, and what makes you unique is your  "being" - who you are. There's nothing you do that has not been done by someone else;. There's no record you set that will not be broken by someone else. So, why not give adequate attention ,then,  to what defines you - purpose - than what sustains you - profession.?

It's a pity, today , to see that our societal standard accrues much importance to what we do rather than who we are.  No wonder the Bible admonishes us not to be conformed to this world.

One truth you need to know is that : you have to discover and know who you are, if you must fulfil in life.

*the mirror reflects your identity but your purpose defines your identity*

However, you cannot "be" unless you "do". In other words, your 'doings' determine your 'being' ,hence the need for you to be very conscious and purposeful as to what you do.

Don't just do anything, anyhow; don't take decisions without considering their consequences on your person ; make sure  every actions and steps you take complement and develop who you are.

it's a pity that many have great abilities but lack good personalities .
What you do today determines what you are tomorrow .

 This is the link between our "doings" and our "beings". This is the reason for our nomenclature "human being " .

I don't just want us to read this only.  let's take decisive steps on it.
I pray that the Lord will help help us in Jesus name.  WE SHALL LIVE TO MAXIMALLY UTILIZE OUR POTENTIALS AND FULFILL OUR PURPOSE IN JESUS NAME!!  .

GOD bless you, and I love you all.


© olakunle Paul.

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