Angel's Grief

God summoned angel Gabriel.

"Go to the earth and tell those silly fools that wisdom is a simple thing."

Gabriel followed the order and flew to the earth. He thought he would start with the theologians and religious leaders. But they were too busy with countless books and theories. In fact, they thought that Gabriel was a madman. Who else would dare to suggest that wisdom was as simple as the gurgle of a brook or a wisp of snipe?

The angel then went to the faithful people gathered in a church for a prayer service. The uproar of prayers was unbearable for the angel. He ran away from there immediately.

God began to worry in heaven. Days passed into weeks and there was no sign of Gabriel.

After nearly an eternity, Gabriel returned. He looked terrible. Worn out. Haggard. His wings were tattered.

"They are too busy with their religious theories, prayers and rituals. " Gabriel reported sadly.

PS. Adapted from Raimon Panikkar's book, A Dwelling Place for Wisdom.

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