Bums Contain the Wisdom for Our Spiritual Advancement (562 hits)
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Submitted by DyerBm (View user info) at 2004-03-08 23:49:51 EST
One of the most interesting things happened to me today as I was leaving Borders. I hop in my car and drive towards the exit. As I slow to a stop before entering the main road, I lower my windows so I can enjoy a tasty cigarette. My attention for what reason I don't know, went out my passenger window where I could see a bum sitting down on the curb.
I was feeling in a particularly good mood so I decided to get his attention so I could hive him the $14 I had on me. I know, I know, $14 isn't much but shit, most people don't even stop to give bums change. So I yell for him to come over. He puts down his classic bum sign asking for financial assistance and rushes to my car. As I reach into my wallet for the money, he crouches down, leans through the window and sets his arms on the door. Conversation ensues...
*Me* here you go bud.
*Bum* thank you man, god bless you...thank you.
*Me* no problem.
*Bum* what's your name?
Slightly freaked out as to why he would be asking and at the same time intrigued I answer, *Brian*
*Bum* thank you Brian. You'll be in my prayers.
Now, normally if anyone else was to say that, it wouldn't be that big of a deal to me. But this guy is broke as hell and has no fucking home. He doesn't need to be praying for me, he needs to pray for his damn self.
(in a condescending tone) *Me* Well thanks but I don't think that your prayers are going to help me.
*Bum* well Brian, I'm sorry you feel that way, but I'm still going to pray for ya
*Me* I'm not against your praying, it's just that I don't see the point. There hasn't been one prayer in my experience that has been answered, so please, don't waste your time.
*Bum* Maybe you haven't been praying right Brian.
*Me* I could be wrong, but last time I checked it was an impossibility to pray wrong
*Bum* "Brian, people pray wrong by asking for things. you can't have that for which you ask, nor can you have anything you want. This is because your request is a statement of lack, and your saying you want a thing only works to produce that exact experience--wanting--in your life.
the correct prayer is never a prayer of requests, but a prayer of gratitude.
when you thank God in advance for that which you choose to experience in life, you, in effect, acknowledge that it is already there. thankfulness is the most powerful statement to God; an affirmation that even before you ask, has been answered. so Brian, request no more. appreciate".
I drove off without even having grasped the total concept of what he had said at first. I just was there listening to him rambling. After being on the road for about ten minutes pondering the conversation just past, It hit me like a fucking hurricane. "That fucking bum is awesome". I couldn't believe the conversation that just occurred. I just couldn't get over the fact that (a) the bum had some insight I had never though of before, and (b) a bum was the keeper of such wisdom.
I feel like I was the one being helped today, not the bum. The experience itself had put me at a loss of words.
Bums can be insightful-
User Reviews
Submitted by Istaros (user info) at 2004-11-12 17:13:30 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
hell yes
Submitted by OutLaw (user info) at 2004-03-24 20:55:36 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
This is quality writing and deserves a higher rating.
Submitted by GreenRiver (user info) at 2004-03-10 14:43:56 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
No Comment
Submitted by homeboy (user info) at 2004-03-10 12:17:15 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
i agree with q_percy. go fuckin play in some traffic or somethin.you try to glorify yourself by telling everone you gave a bum some money.money is insignifficant. what was the fucking purpose of that except to glorify yourself. you fucking pig.
Submitted by loki (user info) at 2004-03-10 10:17:46 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
not bad
Submitted by Random Joe at 2004-03-09 12:52:31 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
We will be judged based on how we treat the least of our brothers.
Submitted by jumpinjellyfish (user info) at 2004-03-09 10:38:46 EST (#)
Ranking: 1
That's cool...I like reading about the fact that you can learn from even the lowest person in society.
Personally, I don't give money to bums.
Submitted by kgbpasha (user info) at 2004-03-09 02:23:57 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
When you're a bum, what else is there but religion?
Submitted by Caldwell (user info) at 2004-03-09 00:16:23 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
I suppose this isnt the time to mention that I just got to watch Bumfights 1 & 2. They were awesome.
But still you were very nice to give out 14 bucks.
Submitted by dyerbm (user info) at 2004-03-09 00:12:27 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
That's what I'm sayin.
Submitted by William_Q_Percy (user info) at 2004-03-09 00:07:46 EST (#)
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I just wish that you really do take what you learned and incorporate it into your life.
People who have nothing know what is truly important, we should all be so blessed with that knowledge.
Submitted by dyerbm (user info) at 2004-03-09 00:06:08 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
What's with you being a dick to me William_Q_Percy ?
*Go figure, you choose to help someone else for a change and end up getting much more in return than what ever you would have got out of that same $14*
You have no clue about me. This wasn't my first time giving someone in need money or assistance. Stop being a prick.
Submitted by William_Q_Percy (user info) at 2004-03-09 00:06:00 EST (#)
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Submitted by dyerbm (user info) at 2004-03-08 23:59:59 (#)
Ranking: 0
Where the fuck are you William_Q_Percy, I want you to tell me why you fucking -2 this shit.
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Because I am fed up with ignorance. Just call it a bad mood and deal with a non-perfect rating on your post.
Submitted by dyerbm (user info) at 2004-03-08 23:59:59 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
Where the fuck are you William_Q_Percy, I want you to tell me why you fucking -2 this shit.
Submitted by William_Q_Percy (user info) at 2004-03-08 23:59:18 EST (#)
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Go figure, you choose to help someone else for a change and end up getting much more in return than what ever you would have got out of that same $14.
Just keep the lesson close to your heart.
Submitted by Zazen (user info) at 2004-03-08 23:57:13 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Oh yeah.. I've known about the B.o.C. for a few years. Spread the word--Bum's Rock!
Submitted by dyerbm (user info) at 2004-03-08 23:56:00 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
I did take him seriously you asshole. This post isn't a fucking joke!
Submitted by William_Q_Percy (user info) at 2004-03-08 23:53:38 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
Electrical sockets contain the Wisdom for Your Spiritual Advancement:
Lick one and then die
I doubt you took it to heart and prayed to thank your God for having that man teach you what he did.