live."

"So you've lived of the possessions of others."

"Presumable this is how it is. After all, a merchant also lives of
what other people own."

"Well said. But he wouldn't take anything from another person for
nothing; he would give his merchandise in return."

"So it seems to be indeed. Everyone takes, everyone gives, such is
life."

"But if you don't mind me asking: being without possessions, what would
you like to give?"

"Everyone gives what he has. The warrior gives strength, the merchant
gives merchandise, the teacher teachings, the farmer rice, the fisher
fish."

"Yes indeed. And what is it now what you've got to give? What is it
that you've learned, what you're able to do?"

"I can think. I can wait. I can fast."

"That's everything?"

"I believe, that's everything!"

"And what's the use of that? For example, the fasting-- what is it