Quite succinct and almost pithy Heren.
The point to me is that, for the Wise and the commonfolk alike, here were beings in the shape of men, but something special or unique about them. But in most physical everyday aspects, walked talked and ate and drank like a man, not as Maia bestriding with their superiority and power. Analagous to Aragorn in many ways - all eyes see a man, but a few also see Hope.
Manwe did know best, didnt he?