Zen stories and learning

Seems some of us are in trying to achieve enlightenment this week This one could be helpful on the forums,what do you think?

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There once lived a
great warrior. Though quite old, he still was able to defeat any
challenger. His reputation extended far and wide throughout the land
and many students gathered to study under him. One day an infamous
young warrior arrived at the village. He was determined to be the first
man to defeat the great master. Along with his strength, he had an
uncanny ability to spot and exploit any weakness in an opponent. He
would wait for his opponent to make the first move, thus revealing a
weakness, and then would strike with merciless force and lightning
speed. No one had ever lasted with him in a match beyond the first
move. Much against the advice of his concerned students, the old master
gladly accepted the young warrior's challenge. As the two squared off
for battle, the young warrior began to hurl insults at the old master.
He threw dirt and spit in his face. For hours he verbally assaulted him
with every curse and insult known to mankind. But the old warrior
merely stood there motionless and calm. Finally, the young warrior
exhausted himself. Knowing he was defeated, he left feeling shamed.
Somewhat disappointed that he did not fight the insolent youth, the
students gathered around the old master and questioned him. "How could
you endure such an indignity? How did you drive him away?" "If someone
comes to give you a gift and you do not receive it," the master
replied, "to whom does the gift belong?