Meaningful Following.


 When Calvin Coolidge was President of America, he invited few of his friends from his home village to have dinner with him at the White House.  His friends were bit nervous about their own behavior.  All of them after some discussion came to a conclusion.  Accordingly they are supposed to follow Calvin, imitating everything he does. 

Coffee was served to everyone.  Calvin poured some coffee in the saucer.  On seeing this his friends also did the same.  Then Calvin added some milk and sugar into it.  His friends also did the same.  They were expecting him to drink the coffee next.  To their surprise he bent down and kept the saucer on the floor and called his pussycat. 

The story mentioned about Calvin Coolidge and his friends imitating his actions at a dinner is an interesting anecdote. It highlights the limitations of blindly following someone else's behavior and the importance of discernment in choosing whom to follow.

You make a parallel between this story and the idea that in life, we can only follow others to a certain extent. It is suggest that there is only one person, Jesus Christ, whom we can follow all the time and who will guide us personally in everything, allowing us to walk in His light.

Religious beliefs and the decision to follow a particular figure or philosophy are deeply personal and can vary among individuals. While many people find inspiration and guidance in their faith, it's important to respect diverse perspectives and beliefs.

It's worth noting that individuals may find guidance and inspiration from various sources, including religious figures, philosophical teachings, mentors, or personal role models. Different people may have different sources of inspiration and guidance that resonate with them personally.

Ultimately, the choice of whom to follow and how to navigate life's decisions is an individual one. It's important to engage in critical thinking, self-reflection, and consider the values and principles that align with our own beliefs and aspirations. This allows us to make informed choices and lead a life that is authentic and meaningful to us.

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