We've had discussions before about our side's proclivity for calling everyone who wears a uniform or a badge a "hero". The discussion at the time centered on the idea that in casually assigning the "hero" designation to all, the term loses meaning for those who are truly heroic. I think that's a valid point to remember. Someone who wears the uniform should be thanked and appreciated for their service, but being thought of as a hero by more than ones family or town should be the result of acts of heroism while wearing that uniform - not just for daring to put it on.
Saying such a thing makes my squirm with a bit of discomfort - particularly because I never wore the uniform, and deeply respect those who have - but I think it's the truth, so I say it.
But this puke's objection has nothing to do with bolstering true heroes by accurately applying the word. His only concern is doing away with the very concept of heroism because he thinks heroes are the problem, not the evil that heroes are sent to kill. This makes me sick.
Someone who gives their life in a just battle is the very definition of a hero. There are valiant acts - the stuff of tales and legends - that set some heroes apart from the rest. But giving ones life for a just cause cannot be thought of any other way than heroism according to the definition of the word, both dictionary - and biblical...
[blockquote]-Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.
Jesus Christ[/blockquote]
