25 February, 2008

Own Desire

In a land where everyone was so captivated about their own desire, there was a man asks Buddha for a flower and a butterfly. But instead Buddha gave him a cactus and a caterpillar. The man was sad because he didn't know why his request has been misunderstood...

Then he thought: "Oh well, Buddha has too many people to care for..."

And he decided not to question Buddha.

After some time, the man went to check on his request that he had forgotten behind.

To his surprise, from the thorny and ugly cactus has grown a beautiful flower beside it. Likewise for the caterpillar, it has transformed to the most beautiful butterfly.

Buddha may not give what you exactly what you request for at that time. However, he will show you the path if you are willing to follow and you will receive what you need at the appropriate time.

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