St. Benedict was traveling on horseback along a country road when he overtook a farmer trudging along on foot. “Well,” said the farmer, “I’m sorry I didn’t take to praying myself; I might be now riding instead of walking; and what an easy way of getting around in the world!” “Its not so easy after all,” said the saint, “If you say one ‘Our Father’ without distraction, this horse is yours.” “Done!” said the farmer and began, “Our Father who art in heaven,” etc.; but scarcely had he reached the middle of the prayer when looking up suddenly, he asked: “Am I to have the saddle and bridle, too?”
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