Deli owner thwarrs robbery, then gives thief money


	Deli owner thwarrs robbery, then gives thief money

darkeforce

6-3-2009 6:56 PM

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robbery, poor, forgiveness, generosity

darkeforce says:

Regardless of whatever faith Mr. Sohail may or may not ascribe to, that was an act that exemplifies true Christian behaviour.

To forgive, and then give a helping hand is a truly beautiful thing that I hope those of any faith or belief will find inspiring.

Mohammad Sohail, you are one class act.

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