Share and Share alike!

The phrase "Share and Share alike" refers to the equal division of a benefit from an estate, trust, or gift, which includes the right of the survivors to divide the portion of any beneficiary who dies before receiving the gift.

Due to the volatility of the current share market; arriving at a comparable value seems almost impossible. The inability for society to evenly share also impacts upon the common good.

In our current crisis, corporate irresponsibility and the and individual foolhardiness of those in control has not equated with the their duty of care for those they serve. The drive to meet targets and cut corners in order to obtain the all important bonus is not reflected in their responsibility to those whose lives are impacted by their actions.

It was Aristotle (384-322 BC) who said, "If liberty and equality, as is thought by some are chiefly to be found in democracy, they will be best attained when all persons alike share in the government to the utmost."

But what does it mean to share in government?

If we take the concept of Share and Share alike to its end conclusion, then surely it implies that I must share my neighbours poverty and she my wealth. Was this what Jesus was getting at when he said to the rich young ruler, go and sell what you have and give.......?