Monday, February 23, 2009

CONVERSION

To a group of his disciples whose hearts were set on a pilgrimage, the master said; " Take this bitter gourd along. Make sure you dip it into all the holy rivers and bring it into all the holy shrines."


When the disciples returned, the bitter gourd was cooked and served as sacramental good.


"Strange,"said the master slyly after he had tasted it, "the holy water and the shrines have failed to sweeten it!"

From One Minute Wisdom- Anthony de Mello SJ

8 comments:

  1. Hey D, it's superb! I'm eagerly looking forward to more!!

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  2. I have never read or heard of Anthony De mello but I must say it seems to be very interesting. Cant wait to read more !!!

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  3. Never heard of this guy but he sure sounds interesting... Looking forward to more...

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  4. Good new blog ! But am totally new to Anthony ! :(

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  5. i like the way he smiles.. full of laughter man he is..

    and his glasses rock too.. my grand dad had one like that..

    i was just going through an old comment page and i got this link..

    Thanks trinity..

    Who is Anthony De Mello?

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  6. Tx for introducing writings of Anthony De Mello to blogosphere. His works include a book titled "Song of the Bird", well suited for contemplative minds!!

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  7. I am a great fan of his writings. I have most of his short narrative books. The Song of the Bird is a personal favourite.

    Joy always,
    Susan

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