Kuala Lampur, June 8 -- More than a year ago, I shared the true story of a blind Muslim named Abdullah and a tiny paralytic Christian man named Samir.

Despite being blind, Abdullah would carry the tiny Samir on his back, while Samir would direct the way.

They supported each other to lead a life of co-existence.

Samir worked as a storyteller in a coffee shop at the ancient city of Damascus, while Abdullah sold hummus (Levantine dip or spread made from cooked, mashed chickpeas or other beans, blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and garlic) in front of the shop. His everyday entertainment was Samir's entertaining words.

One day, Samir died. Abdullah grieved the death of his beloved friend for almost a week and shut himself...