[Read more…] about The Two FrogsTwo Frogs had to leave their dry pond and encountered a well. One said they should live there; the other cautioned about getting out if they needed to.
Look before you leap.
The Toad and The May-Fly
[Read more…] about The Toad and The May-FlyAn ancient Toad bragged about his background. A May-fly, born that morning, related how his life meant far more than the life of the old Toad. He was right.
Size and age don’t indicate importance.
The Dog and The Cook
[Read more…] about The Dog and The CookA Dog invited another to the feast. The visiting Dog was found among the food by the cook who threw him out. To save face, visitor said he was drunk.
Some respect is due the servant for the sake of the master.
The Ass in The Lion’s Skin
[Read more…] about The Ass in The Lion’s SkinFine clothes may disguise, but silly words will disclose a fool. An ass decides to have fun and dresses as a lion. The ass is found out and beaten. Shame.
Fine clothes may disguise, but silly words will disclose a fool.
The Fox and The Stork
[Read more…] about The Fox and The StorkA fox and stork trade suppers in dishes the other has a hard time using.
One bad turn deserves another.
The Chameleon
[Read more…] about The ChameleonA Chameleon assumed and was seen by others in different colors. Those who saw argued among themselves. The Chameleon, revealed, said they were all fools.
Learn diffidence and moderation in your opinions.