- By Shailvee Tiwari
- Tue, 18 Feb 2025 12:30 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Viral Video: A powerful and emotional story is making waves online, touching hearts everywhere. A man, seemingly down on his luck and sitting on the roadside with torn clothes and a worn-out blanket, was seen deeply focused on reading a book. After speaking with him, it was revealed that he’s an MBA graduate, now living on the streets. His dedication to learning despite his circumstances has left many internet users feeling both moved and inspired.
In the viral video, an elderly man is captured sitting by the roadside, his clothes worn and his face marked by hardship, yet he is entirely engrossed in a book. His calm focus amid such struggles has left viewers across the internet feeling deeply touched and inspired.
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The video was shared on Instagram by Darakshan Razvi on her account 'darakshanrazvi.' The post was captioned, "One day, as I walked through the bustling streets, I saw a man sitting quietly on the footpath. I couldn't help but notice how engrossed he was in reading a book and a newspaper in the English language that was kept beside him. I went ahead to take a closer look at him. His clothes were worn, and his face showed the signs of a life filled with struggle. But there was something about him that stood out -a deep, quiet wisdom that seemed to shine through despite everything."
"Curious, I approached him and struck up a conversation. As he spoke, he told me something that took me by surprise. He was an MBA graduate. He spoke to me in English, his voice was steady, as if he had lived through much, yet there was no bitterness in his words. He asked me who my favourite writers were and even named a few favourites of his, two of them being Charles Dickens and T. S Elliott. I was taken aback seeing him know the names of so many writers, that I myself got to know once I dug deeper into English Literature. It was clear that his life hadn’t gone the way he had once hoped, but his passion for learning and knowledge never faded. Even now, as he sat in the cold, he found solace in the pages of books," she further added.
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She went on to say, "As he read, it wasn’t merely the words on the pages he was taking in—it was the wisdom, strength, and resilience that radiated from within him. At that moment, I understood that education goes beyond degrees or titles. It’s about the relentless desire to grow, to learn, and to persevere, no matter the challenges life throws our way."
Her caption ended with a poignant thought: "His story, though I may never fully understand, reminded me that even in our toughest moments, the pursuit of wisdom can offer purpose. It has the power to lift us up and guide us through our darkest times. This man, with only his books and his indomitable spirit, showed me that true education isn’t about success or failure—it’s the courage to keep seeking, learning, and trusting in the power of knowledge."
The video posted just a week ago, has already garnered three million views from social media users. One commenter wrote, "Imagine the vast knowledge and experience he holds, both in life and literature." Another user shared, "Those who have lost someone often find solace in books, searching for fragments of them in stories, words, and memories etched between the pages." A third user added, "He deserves a better life with at least some peace, but alas, life is not fair to everyone. Despite it all, he is truly amazing."