Readers Comments
Eliahu wrote: Elias is a variation of elijah, which is eliahu in hebrew (and my real first name). In jewish folklore, elijah often appears in disguise as a vagrant to test the charity of people. I feel we have a new elijah tale here.
CharliAnn wrote: Another version of "the widows mite", told in a beautiful, modern way. How sad that the "pharisees" are still with us.
laura wrote: It is often that those who have the least to give to another give the most. :) may god bless these souls who so unselfishly sacrifice to bring measures of joy to another.
susan wrote: So true, so true but in a way the ones that have nothing and give without a second thought, are here to teach about the act of sharing to those unware of it.
enchantedchilde wrote: What a beautiful story! Thank you for those brteathtaking photos, too! I am always amazed, that no matter what city i'm in, people so often, turn the other cheek. Thank god for the kindness of strangers. God bless you, your sister, and elias.
Ron wrote: Sometimes it takes just a little effort on our part and means so much to the other person. Good story.
Daytona wrote: Thank you cabbagepatch for this wonderful story of your sister and elias. The compassion has touched my heart. Blessings to all of you. :)
Bluebell wrote: I am glad for the gentleness of Elias, but my heart is very sad that your sister's neighbours can be so distant. I pray that God will fill their hearts with light so they will be able to see, that they lost the opportunity to give a lift to an Angel. Love and Light, Bluebell
cabbagepatch wrote: So true, Bluebell, all we can do is pray for a change of heart. In time with continuing to treat them with kindness I am sure they will change their attitude.
timcollardey wrote: A beautiful, classic tale of the kindness of strangers. Thanks, neighbor!
