The Rabbi Elimelekh had delivered a wonderful sermon and now he was returning to his native land. To honour him and to show their gratitude, the faithful decided to follow Elimelekh's carriage out of the city.
At one point, the Rabbi stopped the carriage and asked the driver to go ahead without him while he joined the people.
'A fine example of humility,' said one of the men beside him.
'Humility has nothing to do with it, just a little intelligence,' replied Elimelekh. 'You're all out here having a walk, singing, drinking wine, chatting with each other, making new friends, and all because of an old Rabbi who came to talk to you about the art of living. So let's leave my theories in the carriage, I want to enjoy the party.'
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