Wow Otin, great story! I love the way you take your time before fully allowing the reader to know what is indeed going on. Excellent, absolutely excellent!
Great story. As one who thinks that the Shroud is real and strongly favors more testing, I enjoyed your perspective.
Pope John Paul II is on record as saying, "The Church has no specific competence to pronounce on these questions. She entrusts to scientists the task of continuing to investigate.”
And, indeed, most scientists who are doing research on the Shroud and sincerely think the Shroud of Turin is probably authentic -- there are many – would like to see more testing.
Thanks for a great story. I have posted a link and comment at the Shroud of Turin Blog.
LOVE, love, love this one. Love your heart. Love that you show so much respect in this piece regardless of your own personal beliefs. Thank you.
But of course, my first instinct was to be snarky and question why the Catholic Church would compromise their most prized religious artifact for money. Then again... they have that enormous legal defense and hush money expense to pay out.
Was he responding to an inner truth or was he afraid of the consequences of a crazed crowd? Good way to use the words today. A lot of people aren't religious, but they have faith.
I really love how you wrote this one. I didn't really expect it to end the way it did, but I couldn't have asked for a better conclusion. It's perfect, like you. :) That's enough flattery for now. lol
Wow a surprising turn for you. Nicely done. . I haven't a clue yet and it's Thursday morning already. The jury is still out in relation to the shroud and it has been carbon dated so who knows.
I've said it a hundred times, and i'll say it again ~ You are an incredibly gifted writer! ~ seriously. Sometimes, I feel like I'm reading Stephen King.. only he got a little better!!! some people have great ideas for a story, and others have the ability to write them down ~ YOU have an incredible marriage of the two!
well done otie! I'm glad he had the balls to go against the scientific community(and coming from a scientist you should get the meaning behind this). I'm impressed, yet again, with you. xoxxo and then some
I don't know whether I would have been so thoughtful and not cut the cloth. But actually, I really don't care how old it is, so I might have left it alone for the believers. Cool ending.
I finally have some time to visit and comment and you have not allowed them? What's up with that?
True faith cannot be shattered by something as trivial as a shroud that may or may not have belonged to Christ. I have faith in The Lord...not so much in the church...
This is incredible. I wonder if you take sides on this issue or if you are purely a bystander observing. hmm. Whatever; it is thought provoking. Good Job.
Once again you have done it!!! I am waiting for your book .......You already have one of short stories .....so get it published so I can buy some copies!!!
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Wow Otin, great story! I love the way you take your time before fully allowing the reader to know what is indeed going on. Excellent, absolutely excellent!
great story man...you always surprise me. a great truth in that sermon. smiles.
Well spoken in the philosophy and well told in the parable. Nicely done Otin.
An atheist who understands the power of spirituality. I like that.
What a well told tale! Thank you!
Great story. As one who thinks that the Shroud is real and strongly favors more testing, I enjoyed your perspective.
Pope John Paul II is on record as saying, "The Church has no specific competence to pronounce on these questions. She entrusts to scientists the task of continuing to investigate.”
And, indeed, most scientists who are doing research on the Shroud and sincerely think the Shroud of Turin is probably authentic -- there are many – would like to see more testing.
Thanks for a great story. I have posted a link and comment at the Shroud of Turin Blog.
I'm relatively new hear but I love it when you write like that. Told to perfection my friend.
Ohhh, Otin. You're not going soft on us, are you?
LOVE, love, love this one. Love your heart. Love that you show so much respect in this piece regardless of your own personal beliefs. Thank you.
But of course, my first instinct was to be snarky and question why the Catholic Church would compromise their most prized religious artifact for money. Then again... they have that enormous legal defense and hush money expense to pay out.
Was he responding to an inner truth or was he afraid of the consequences of a crazed crowd? Good way to use the words today. A lot of people aren't religious, but they have faith.
Another great tale from the Otinator.
Nicely done!
I really love how you wrote this one. I didn't really expect it to end the way it did, but I couldn't have asked for a better conclusion. It's perfect, like you. :) That's enough flattery for now. lol
Wow, Otin! MAJOR goosebumps with this one! I love your style! ;)
Great retelling of a magical moment Otin. I think Chris made the right decision.
otin, you..da...man! Most excellent tale!
You are amazing! You grab my attention right away and then hit me with a surprise!
I'm glad he was an atheist yet chose not to cause more anger or hurt. Maybe we can all get along...Nice TT.
I'm glad he was an atheist yet chose not to cause more anger or hurt. Maybe we can all get along...Nice TT.
I'm glad he was an atheist yet chose not to cause more anger or hurt. Maybe we can all get along...Nice TT.
Very nice, Otin! I love the perspective.
When a writer takes you somewhere you've never been before, he is truly skilled. Fantastic!
Great story Otin.
I have to say though,
I am curious like a cat.
Well written, as usual!!!
Thought -provoking story and beautifully written, Otin.
Hope your day is a good one so far!
:)Betty
Wow a surprising turn for you. Nicely done. . I haven't a clue yet and it's Thursday morning already. The jury is still out in relation to the shroud and it has been carbon dated so who knows.
You have a different way of looking at life. A good way.
God Ortin where do you come up with this stuff? That reminded me of Angels & Demons, I loved it.
there are a lot of things you have to just take on faith. Glad you're a believer...in people!
Incredible, well told, and you took my breath away with it.
You still amaze me.
I'm so glad he felt the horrible impression he would make on believers world wide.
Who needs that kind of karma?
Awesome story!!!
The sermon of a lifetime. Amen. What good would it do to shatter the faith people have? Awesome story, as always.
Gosh! This was very introspective to say the least. And you even caught the attention of the Shroud of Turin blog. WOW.
I wondered how this would end! You always pull your reader right in there, Otin! :)
ummm, Otin...am I wrong or is still WEDNESDAY? I always feel like I am behind when I see your post for tomorrow today. :)
Great story. I like what you said.
Well done!
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WOW! I love the juxtaposition of his lack of faith, but his faith in the faith of others. Really well done!
Didn't they just recently prove that it's a hoax? Like, within the past two months?
Nice interp.
I think Jeff is correct. Interesting take on the theme, though!
powerful story here. very philosophical. well done Otin.
What a great story!!!
I've said it a hundred times, and i'll say it again ~ You are an incredibly gifted writer! ~ seriously.
Sometimes, I feel like I'm reading Stephen King.. only he got a little better!!!
some people have great ideas for a story, and others have the ability to write them down ~ YOU have an incredible marriage of the two!
I "heart" you!!!
That was so good! You can write so many different genres and themes. That takes talent!
Love the philosophy behind your story Otin - just lovely x
I'm not religious, but after watching Battlestar Gallactica and listening to Neutral Milk Hotel, the word God doesn't feel as divisive.
Wow - that was a good story!
Wonderful! I can't wait to read more of your posts. I noticed a number change? Any special reason?
Hope you are happy and well.
Crikey!
well done otie! I'm glad he had the balls to go against the scientific community(and coming from a scientist you should get the meaning behind this).
I'm impressed, yet again, with you. xoxxo and then some
How are you able to write such tales? Very nice Otin. :)
Very interesting subject!
Otin - This is a totally different story from you, a totally different ending, and a heartwarming story. You keep on delivering!
dats a goot won otin!
You keep writing great stories, like a miracle!
Wonderful story Otin!And I will comment for the post above too,really well made!Have a nice weekend.
I don't know whether I would have been so thoughtful and not cut the cloth. But actually, I really don't care how old it is, so I might have left it alone for the believers.
Cool ending.
Very good story! Where's the tunes?
Alright now OTIN! Where the frick is your comment button on your 55 post? lol.
Stop messin with me, ha ha ha!
I finally have some time to visit and comment and you have not allowed them? What's up with that?
True faith cannot be shattered by something as trivial as a shroud that may or may not have belonged to Christ. I have faith in The Lord...not so much in the church...
LOVE this..
and I will still make a comment on your 55 post = OUTSTANDING.
This is incredible. I wonder if you take sides on this issue or if you are purely a bystander observing. hmm. Whatever; it is thought provoking. Good Job.
Once again you have done it!!! I am waiting for your book .......You already have one of short stories .....so get it published so I can buy some copies!!!
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