Indy Scout 117
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besides "stay out of the light" and "only the penitent man will pass", what kinda life long lessons has Indiana Jones taught you? he taught me that you should never be afraid to get your hands dirty. 
What life-long lessons has Indy taught you?
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The Drifter
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I learned that there <b>are</b> snakes on a plane.
I learned that Sallah expects one to get over a loved-one's death in mere hours.
I learned that Belloq loves flies.
I learned that German mechanics have man-boobs.
I learned that being hit with a rotating mirror hurts worse than being shot.
I learned that Lao Che has ties in the poultry market.
I learned that Indian Shamans need to trim their toenails.
I learned fruit bats are really GIANT vampire bats.
I learned that Short Round likes to swipe Indy's razor for fun.
I learned that a voodoo doll can be made in a few hours.
I learned that voodoo was practiced by the Thuggee in India.
I learned that all Asian kids know how to fight.
I learned arrows can bounce off of one's back.
I learned that alligators live in India.
I learned that Indy got his famous phobia from a rubber snake.
I learned that the head doctor from Friday the 13th V gave Indy his famous fedora.
I learned that Indy steals from old people and blows their boats up.
I learned where Atilla got his screen-name from.
I learned Elsa has vampire teeth when being attacked by rats.
I learned that Indy's soul is not prepared to die.
I learned that Germans think that invisible men can drive motorboats.
I learned that you never should change a tire on your car in Turkey.
I learned sultans love automobiles, and give many tanks!
I learned that the cups of carpenters are always made of wood.
I learned that Sallah expects one to get over a loved-one's death in mere hours.
I learned that Belloq loves flies.
I learned that German mechanics have man-boobs.
I learned that being hit with a rotating mirror hurts worse than being shot.
I learned that Lao Che has ties in the poultry market.
I learned that Indian Shamans need to trim their toenails.
I learned fruit bats are really GIANT vampire bats.
I learned that Short Round likes to swipe Indy's razor for fun.
I learned that a voodoo doll can be made in a few hours.
I learned that voodoo was practiced by the Thuggee in India.
I learned that all Asian kids know how to fight.
I learned arrows can bounce off of one's back.
I learned that alligators live in India.
I learned that Indy got his famous phobia from a rubber snake.
I learned that the head doctor from Friday the 13th V gave Indy his famous fedora.
I learned that Indy steals from old people and blows their boats up.
I learned where Atilla got his screen-name from.
I learned Elsa has vampire teeth when being attacked by rats.
I learned that Indy's soul is not prepared to die.
I learned that Germans think that invisible men can drive motorboats.
I learned that you never should change a tire on your car in Turkey.
I learned sultans love automobiles, and give many tanks!
I learned that the cups of carpenters are always made of wood.
indyfan85
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I learned to always carry two sidearms in case one gets tossed out of a car letting a blonde hold onto it.
I learned to close my eyes when the ark of the covenant is opened.
I learned never to leave my hat behind even if it means getting my hand almost crushed underneath an ancient stone door.
I learned to hate snakes
I learned that it BELONGS IN A MUSEUM.
I learned that I can fit a ladder, 3 stone discs, a trench shovel, a map to the dig site where x marks the spot, an oily old rag, a soapstone statue and several other items in my pants.
I learned to close my eyes when the ark of the covenant is opened.
I learned never to leave my hat behind even if it means getting my hand almost crushed underneath an ancient stone door.
I learned to hate snakes
I learned that it BELONGS IN A MUSEUM.
I learned that I can fit a ladder, 3 stone discs, a trench shovel, a map to the dig site where x marks the spot, an oily old rag, a soapstone statue and several other items in my pants.
Indy Scout 117
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hahaha these are good ones!!
lao che & sons
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On a more serious note, I learned that you have to work hard to get what you really want. And I learned that no one starts at the top
AnnieJones
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I have a thread similar to this one called Indiana Jones Is Our Professor Too( http://raven.theraider.net/showthread.php?t=19478 ).The following is what I have there.
AnnieJones said:Here is an article I found back in 2008.Enjoy!
I found it here: http://www.mtv.com/movies/news/articles/1587985/20080522/story.jhtml
May 23 2008 8:00 AM EDT
Indiana Jones Is Our Professor Too: The 19 Things We've Learned From Indy
Our education continues with 'Kingdom of the Crystal Skull,' now in theaters.
By Shawn Adler
He's the world's most pre-eminent archaeologist, but for millions of fans worldwide, Indiana Jones isn't just a professor at Marshall College, he's our teacher as well. In the 19 years since "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" hit theaters, we've had a lot of time to absorb his lessons.
So in honor of the release of his latest adventure, "Kingdom of the Crystal Skull," we present the 19 most important things we've learned from watching Indiana Jones.
1. The Size of Your Rod Does Matter
If you listen to anyone telling you differently, you're literally just seeing one side of the coin. Remember to take back one Kadan to honor the Hebrew God whose rod it is. By the way, this is as good a time as any to let readers know that I'm not allowed to make circumcision jokes on MTV.
2. Never Get Caught With a Sword in a Gunfight
Forget all your fancy maneuvers and impressive showmanship. The simplest solutions in life are often also the best. Sometimes, problems just aren't as complicated as we make them out to be.
3. Anything Goes!
Giant boulders, restless tribes, poisoned darts, double crosses ... as you travel through life, expect the unexpected.
4. Only the Penitent Man Will Pass
In the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges, remember to be humble and learn your own limitations. It's OK to rely on a little luck and last-second inspiration.
5. Step Where He steps, and Don't Touch Anything!
Life is full of booby traps. Find yourself in an unfamiliar environment? Try proceeding with caution, and if you can, bring a guide. There's no need to leap when you can look ...
6. Take a Leap of Faith
... Except when you have to. Not all life's answers can be found in "The Chronicles of St. Anselm." Your father wouldn't steer you wrong ? learn to trust in something bigger than yourself.
7. It's OK to Be a Little Crazy
He no crazy, he nuts! And that's OK too. When all else fails, and life has you cornered, do the one thing they least expect. Hey, what do you have to lose?
8. Know Your Competition
Think you can drink anyone under the table? It's probably best you don't try it against someone with their own family label. No matter how good you are at something, chances are there's someone out there who's better.
9. Don't Play Poker With a Pickpocket
Of course, sometimes the competitions will be rigged. Look, no matter how cute he is, remember your enemy has an ace up his sleeve. Listen to us, and you'll live longer.
10. Never Insult Your Host
This is more food than they've eaten in a week. When in Rome, sometimes you have to eat what the Romans eat, even if it's chilled monkey brains. Don't embarrass yourself. Do, and the next thing you know they've sent an assassin to your room.
11. Avoid Dark Tunnels
They contain snakes, rats and really, really large bugs. Trust us, take the long way around. That said ...
12. It's Always Gonna Be Snakes
Snakes! Why does it always have to be snakes? 'Cause life isn't fair, that's why. It's going to test you, challenge you, push you past your limitations. Conquer your greatest fear ? even if it means you have to call in a rope ? and you can do anything.
13. Stay in School
You never know when a little knowledge is going to save your life. Remember: In the Latin alphabet, Jehovah begins with an I.
14. Don't Call Us Junior
What's in a name? Only our identity, self-worth and life story ? all wrapped up in a neat little appellation. Forget what Shakespeare said: A rose by any other name just wouldn't smell as sweet. You call him Dr. Jones, lady, his professional name.
15. Let It Go
Sometimes our obsessions can get the better of us, make us forget who we are and why we're here. Never put an object of desire above a friend or a family member. Know that the true value of material goods will never equal the value of a father's love. Let it go.
16. Choose ... Wisely
The quest for the Grail is the quest for the divine in all of us. Don't be fooled by fancy jewels and sparkling diamonds ? not all that glitters is gold. The most valuable things in life are often the ugliest, and most worn from use.
17. Your First Love Will Always Be the Strongest
Who else would you go all the way to Nepal for? Sure, you were both young and stupid, but remember how you felt when you first fell in love? Chances are, that's as good as it's gonna get. Someday, if you're lucky, that special someone will walk back through the door.
18. Archeology Is the Quest for Truth, Not FactYeah, we inverted Indiana's statement to his students, but so does Indiana himself, in action if not words. Forget fortune and glory (and Dr. Tyree's philosophy class right down the hall): The objects we choose to seek in life say more about who we are than what they are. Seek to be illuminated.
19. It's Not the Years, It's the Mileage
Life is just one adventure after another. It's OK to be tired or broken-down if you're caught up in the middle of it all. Don't go to the grave with your odometer stuck at zero.
the hammer42
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I learned not to give up.
And to make it up as I go.
And to make it up as I go.
Indy Scout 117
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yeah boy!! thats another thing i learned!! i call it "Indy style" and i do that all the time.the hammer42 said:
oh sorry Annie i didnt know you made a similar post, i didnt mean to like copy you or anything
Rocket Surgeon
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Look before you leap...
AnnieJones
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That's ok,I'm not mad at you or anything,I just wanted people to know that mine existed.Indy Scout 117 said:
Rocket Surgeon
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AnnieJones said:That's ok,I'm not mad at you or anything,I just wanted people to know that mine existed.
Hey, that sort of goes along with "Look before you leap"!
indyclone25
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he taught me that family , however you become lost, you will always have them in your heart and that you will find them again.
DocWhiskey
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No matter what life brings you, no matter the odds, dust off that fedora and go kick some ass.
Rocket Surgeon
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That watching a cranky old man spoil things for a younger, less enlightened generation is fun!
The Antiquarian
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I'm going to make this short, simple, and forthcoming, but... to be blunt, persistence. Other movies, such as The Matrix, have also been influential in this regard.
Chicago Jones
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He taught me to respect other peoples cultures