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Oh my goodness. I just let Julie know about this and she replied with:
Dear Ryan
As a late, very dear friend of my husband’s and mine used to say…….”There are no coincidences with the Holy Spirit!” How lovely that the book wound up in your hands! God bless you.Julie
This is absolutely amazing. I’ve never felt closer to the Exorcist/Blatty community more than I do at this very moment. It’s as if it wasn’t initially inscribed to me, but now it has been. Miracles do happen!
Ryan. Wow.
That is absolutely AMAZING, buddy. Let this be a sign from God Himself for you to take your life from good to GREAT, from satisfactory to excellent, for His glory and others’ benefit (including your own); the secret to life, why we are here — IF… I may be so bold…! 😉
Now then, there’s gotta be some “Mike” *-personalized-by-the-man ones out there, now that I think about it…! 😛
Blessings, indeed!
M.I.K.E.
Ps. Would you kindly let us know how ‘Mecca, Jack?’ and ‘Billy Shakespeare’ are, please? I’m intrigued, and have been holding out for far too long on them!
* “Michael” would suffice, in this case! 😛
The funny thing was, I picked up the Bible last night and started reading various passages for the first time in years, then this happens the following evening.
Actually, and this is going off-topic slightly, I came out of my History and Philosophy of Science class at University today – somewhat depressed by the constant views of the Atheistic lecturer, and began thinking about and appreciating how Blatty is on the complete opposite end of the scope in terms of faith, and hope. This has instilled in me so much… I don’t know what it is, but it’s idyllic.
I lost a relative, yes, but this is making it all the more tolerable. When one door closes, another window certainly does open. God bless you all!
Edit: Yes, Mike, I’ll let you know once I read them. 🙂
Good times, buddy. 🙂 Thanks in advance for your opinions on those two books. 🙂
Incidentally, wouldn’t it be wonderful to hear a speech, lecture, sermon by Mr. Blatty. I know he’s got other priorties, but he really does have an interesting philosophy rooted in Christianity and Tailhard de Chardin (sp?). I’m sure he may have given a speech or two in the past; perhaps mp3s exist. Hmmm…
Anyway, I happen to know as well what it’s like to deal with God-hating professors who teach philosophy. It’s odd how all other views are elevated and offered up as serious options of thought and religion, but not Christianity.
And yeah, it IS depressing, not just what they choose to say, but wondering what could have possibly caused them to hate God. As a believer, I can’t help but consider these things.
Cheers!
M.I.K.E.
I really wish he would.
I let Julie know that I intend on reciting the first paragraph of The Second Spring sermon at my relatives’ funeral this Wednesday. Needless to say, I’d much rather be able to read something penned by Blatty himself.
Incidentally (oh how I love using that word), this – that is, this forum, this subject-matter, this type of hope and faith and strange coincidence – this is truly where the spice of life lies. We are surrounded by quality material that is not only profound, it’s really damn cool at the same time (i.e. TNC, EIII films), and we hardly need to be wacko Bible-bashing Christians in order to attain all of this wonder. I feel like we’re in an ideal realm of our own; one that is submerged with intellectual thought, craft and stunning film-making, all the while retaining a dignified view of faith and God, while still being able to implement a sense of humor, not worrying about the fiery pit of Hell for saying “fuck”. You know? We’re rational, and yet we’re humble. We have amazing novels and films and concepts at our disposal, yet we can be ourselves. We are in touch with Julie, to some extent, and we can always confide in one-another. This really is, when you think about it, the most empyreal of all interest groups any people could hope to be associated with. And yet there are so few of us.
All hail WPB!
Well stated. I agree very much. [sermon]I would just kindly argue, however, that it is God, not WPB, who ought to be hailed or exalted.
LUKE 18:18-19 says: 18A certain ruler asked him, “Good teacher, what must I do to inherit life?”
19″Why do you call me good?” Jesus answered. “No one is good – except God alone.”
Meanwhile, WPB, like us all, has been placed on this planet for general and specific reasons known and unknown, by the One above. And one of these purposes — if not the primary one — clearly, is being a light for God, radiating outward to millions, if not billions. That said, I’d say he’s done and continues to fulfill that calling. And for that, he should be admired as an example. And from a creativity point-of-view, praised; but we must remember, God gives and takes away — he blessed Blatty with so much; Blatty, as anyone else, didn’t truly find his way or his current life and history on this planet by himself; God was there there whole time, through thick and through thin; available and interested in his beloved creation, for which Blatty is a member. Granted, one with considerably more direct influence than you or I. And that’s okay, we each have our own multitude of blessings. Praise God.[/sermon] 🙂
M.I.K.E.
You said it wonderfully, Ryan. I’m not Christian… I do believe in God. This is a sure blessing for you. It was meant to be. Incidentally; That is my new favorite word… My first favorite word. Incidentally, I am grateful for the comfort you offered me in my time of need. I hope I helped you through in some way. If you ever feel like telling Julie, you quoted (edited) from Legion. It meant something to me. My, she would have loved talking to you. And also what you said about him inspiring us being the greatest accomplishment. Thanks, Ryan, for everything.
I decided to indulge, and made the following purchases on eBay:
Which Way to Mecca Jack by William Peter Blatty 1st Ed
William Peter Blatty – 9th Configuration – 1st 1st NR
William Peter Blatty LEGION SGND 1ST EDITION HBDJ
LEGION/WILLIAM PETER BLATTY/1ST ED/HB/DJ/EXCELLENT COND
I BILLY SHAKESPEARE William Peter Blatty 1ST EXORCIST
However, I didn’t realize the signed copy of the Legion hardback novel was inscribed to someone. I looked at the image, and it turns out it is inscribed to “Ryan”. What luck!
“For Ryan – Hoping your future blessings will be Legion”
And here it is:
Couldn’t have happened to anyone else. 😉 I’m hyperventilating for you… never mind the jealousy. I am jealous of your other bit of luck though. 😛
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