Om was still on the table, staring fixedly at the melon. “I nearly committed a terrible sin,” said Brutha. “I nearly ate fruit on a fruitless day.” “That’s a terrible thing, a terrible thing,” said Om. “Now cut the melon.” “But it is forbidden!” said Brutha. “No it’s not,” said Om. “Cut the melon.” “But it was the eating of fruit that caused passion to invade the world,” said Brutha. “All it caused was flatulence,” said Om. “Cut the melon!” “You’re tempting me!” “No I’m not. I’m giving you permission. Special dispensation! Cut the damn melon!” “Only a bishop or higher is allowed to giv—”
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