[Read more…] about The Two PotsTwo pots, metal and clay, float down a waterway. The metal pot asks the clay to be close; the clay demurs fearing breakage.
Equals make the best friends.
The Father and His Sons
[Read more…] about The Father and His SonsA dying father told his sons about a treasure in a field if they only dig for it. They did. Good yield was their treasure.
Good counsel is the best legacy.
The Spendthrift and The Swallow
[Read more…] about The Spendthrift and The SwallowA man saw a Swallow early in the season and sold his coat. The weather turned cold again and the man bemoaned that it would kill him and the Swallow.
Don’t draw a conclusion based on a single observation.
The Charcoal Maker and The Cloth Cleaner
[Read more…] about The Charcoal Maker and The Cloth CleanerA charcoal maker invited a cloth cleaner to visit. The cleaner declined because as quickly as he could clean anything it would get dirty again.
Like people will work better together.
The Two Crabs
[Read more…] about The Two CrabsA child crab is berated by the parent crab for walking awkwardly. The child crab points out the parent should set the example.
Example is the best precept.
The Boy and His Mother
[Read more…] about The Boy and His MotherA Boy about to be executed for stealing went to his Mother and bit her ear. He then accused her of abetting his first crime which later led to the gallows.
We are made by our teachings in youth.