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goodcatholicman
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I am trying to find the origin of a story I have heard many times over the years. Just a fun fable I am researching the history on. Any help is appreciated! 
I have heard several variations but the basic story goes like this.
There once was a tough Irishman, known for his quick wit and his short temper. He had a storied career as a prizefighter. He was eventually called into the priesthood and gave up his hard living ways.
Once, on his way to a neighboring town, he was approached by a thug. The man grabbed the priest and threw him to the ground. When the priest stood up, the man punched him in the face and knocked the priest down again.
The priest gathered his wits and climbed back to his feet and stuck his chin out to the other direction exposing āthe other cheekā. Laughing, the thug punched the priest in his other jaw, again knocking him to the ground.
Once again, the priest gathered his wits and slowly rose to his feet. Only this time he began to take off his coat and roll up his sleeves.
āWhatās wrong with you old man? Havenāt you had enough?ā
The priest the replied, āThe Blessed Lord only asked that I turn my cheek one time, which I have done. Now youāre gonna get the a-- kicking of your life!ā
I have heard several variations but the basic story goes like this.
There once was a tough Irishman, known for his quick wit and his short temper. He had a storied career as a prizefighter. He was eventually called into the priesthood and gave up his hard living ways.
Once, on his way to a neighboring town, he was approached by a thug. The man grabbed the priest and threw him to the ground. When the priest stood up, the man punched him in the face and knocked the priest down again.
The priest gathered his wits and climbed back to his feet and stuck his chin out to the other direction exposing āthe other cheekā. Laughing, the thug punched the priest in his other jaw, again knocking him to the ground.
Once again, the priest gathered his wits and slowly rose to his feet. Only this time he began to take off his coat and roll up his sleeves.
āWhatās wrong with you old man? Havenāt you had enough?ā
The priest the replied, āThe Blessed Lord only asked that I turn my cheek one time, which I have done. Now youāre gonna get the a-- kicking of your life!ā
