working at dawn), those hired last received a full day’s pay, as did those who were the first to be hired. The promise of a “usual daily wage,” a fair day’s pay, was made to all; and that’s what all received. The pay was equal but the length of time spent in the vineyard differed considerably. Those who were hired first and carried the full heat of the day complained, and most of us can relate to that. But the owner said to them, in effect, “Are you knocking me because I’m generous? You received