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John Paul makes a distinction between work and toil. Work is an integral part of human nature; while toil, according to Genesis, was a consequence of sin. The two cannot be separated now, but we can still find the uplifting and fulfilling aspect of work, which John Paul names ''industriousness''.
:God's fundamental and original intention with regard to man, whom he created in his image and after his likeness (cf. Gen 1:26-27), was not withdrawn or cancelled out even when man, having broken the original covenant with God, heard the words: "In the sweat of your face you shall eat bread" (Gen 3:19). These words refer to the sometimes heavy toil that from then onwards has accompanied human work.... And yet, in spite of all this toil—perhaps, in a sense, because of it—work is a good thing for man.... through work man not only transforms nature, adapting it to his own needs, but he also achieves fulfilment as a human being and indeed, in a sense, becomes “more a human being.” <ref name="LaboremExercens">''Laborem Exercens'' §9</ref>
In the modern world there are many situations that tend to degrade the dignity of work. John Paul called these “threats to the right order of values.” For example, when work is treated as a product to be sold, or when workers are considered as an impersonal “work force,” then humans are being treated as instruments, and not as the subject of work.<ref>''Laborem Exercens'' §7</ref> Other violations of dignity include [[unemployment]]; under-employment of highly skilled workers; inadequate wages to support life; inadequate job security;<ref>''Laborem Exercens'' §8</ref> and forced labor.<ref
John Paul recognized technology as a great benefit, provided it is regarded as a tool and not as a master. However, technology also presents some risks.
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