Suppose we were to come up with a set of Beatitudes for the 21st Century. What if we made a list of the kinds of people who seem to be well-off—who seem to have it made—by today's standards? It might go something like this:

Blessed are the rich and famous, because they can always get a seat at the best restaurants.

Blessed are the good-looking, for they shall be on the cover of People magazine.

Blessed are those who party, for they know how to have fun.

Blessed are those who take first place in the division, for they shall have momentum going into the play-offs.

Blessed are the movers and shakers, for they shall make a name for themselves.

Blessed are those who demand their rights, for they shall not be overlooked.

Blessed are the healthy and fit, because they don't mind being seen in a bathing suit.

Blessed are those who make it to the top, because they get to look down on everyone else.