[Read more…] about The Fox and The MonkeyAn unqualified Monkey became king. A Fox tricked the Monkey into a trap. Monkey asked the Fox how he could do such a thing. Fox said he should have known.
A ruler needs many talents.
The Battle Horse and The Miller
[Read more…] about The Battle Horse and The MillerA aged, pampered Battle Horse was sent to work for a Miller. Work was tedious and asked the Miller why his fate had changed but was told to accept his lot.
Fortune has its ups and downs.
The Fighting Cocks and The Eagle
[Read more…] about The Fighting Cocks and The EagleTwo Cocks were fighting to rule the yard. The loser hid while the winner danced around the yard drawing an Eagle’s attention. Bye-bye loser, hello winner.
Pride goes before the fall.
The Old Woman and The Physician
[Read more…] about The Old Woman and The PhysicianA physician comes to cure blindness. On each visit an item is stolen. When he demands payment he gets nothing.
Few things are done except for profit.
The Wolves and The Sheep
[Read more…] about The Wolves and The SheepWolves convinced the Sheep they would be better off without the guard Dogs which they dismissed. Should not have done that; the Sheep are now eaten.
A foolish peace is more destructive than a bloody war.
The Astronomer
[Read more…] about The AstronomerAn Astronomer while concentrating on the stars managed to fall into a well. A neighbor pointed out he should keep his feet on the ground.
Keep one eye on the ground.