The schismatics always have one thing in common: they separate themselves from the people, from the faith of the people of God. And when there was a discussion in the Council of Ephesus regarding Mary’s divine maternity, the people – this is history – were at the entrance of the cathedral while the bishops entered to take part in the council. They were there with clubs. They made the bishops see them as they shouted, “Mother of God! Mother of God!” as if to say: if you do not do this, this is what you can expect.
We’re just the spear-carriers. You’re the leaders. If you take the lead, we’ll be right behind you. But if you don’t take the lead… Just remember that we’re right behind you, and we’re carrying spears. ….