On January 16th, the story of Mr. Phạm Văn Bổi (49 years old), a poor resident of Ba Tơ district, Quảng Ngãi province, deeply moved many when he decided to return over 12 million VND that had been donated to him. His actions not only demonstrated honesty but also spread a profound message of kindness.
Unexpected Event: From Losing a Wallet to Finding the Money
On January 14th, Mr. Bổi returned from Lâm Đồng to his hometown in Ba Tơ district, Quảng Ngãi province. On his way home, he stopped at the Ba Tơ market to buy household items and was surprised to discover that his wallet, containing all the money earned from harvesting coffee for both himself and his wife, had been lost. He immediately went back to the market to search but found no results.
Ms. Lê Thị Mỹ Trang, a vendor at the Ba Tơ market, shared that the image of Mr. Bổi, with his rugged appearance, searching the market for his wallet touched many people. Feeling compassionate, Ms. Trang posted information on social media to call for assistance. As a result, nearly 12 million VND was raised to support him.
After two days, a local resident in Ba Tơ district found Mr. Bổi’s wallet and returned it. Mr. Bổi was overjoyed to get his money back.
Moving Action: Giving Money to Those in Greater Need
Although Mr. Bổi found his wallet, Ms. Trang still wanted to give him the donated money. However, he refused and expressed his desire to use this money to support those in greater need.
“I have found my money. This is the sweat and effort of harvesting coffee for a whole month, so I am very happy. I am healthy now and have recovered my wallet, so I cannot accept the donations. Please use this money to help elderly people living alone and orphaned children celebrate Tet,” Mr. Bổi shared.
Ms. Mỹ Trang stated that when she learned the amount of the donation, Mr. Bổi firmly declined and asked her to pass the money to those in more unfortunate situations. “I was truly surprised by his kind heart. Despite his hardships, he still thinks of others,” Ms. Trang said emotionally.
Deeper Meaning: Spreading Compassion
Mr. Phạm Văn Bổi’s story is not just a lesson in honesty but also a testament to the value of sharing and compassion. In a context where many face difficulties due to natural disasters and pandemics, his actions have inspired many and reminded us of the importance of helping each other.
Let’s spread stories like these to build a community rich in kindness and love. You can share this article or contribute your ideas on how we can continue to promote positive values in life.
Source: Dân Trí
