[Read more…] about The Lion, The Fox, and The AssA lion hunted with others. When it came time to divide the spoils the lion killed those who attempted to divide thing evenly. The fox learned and lived.
Happy is the man who learns from the misfortunes of others.
The Crow and The Pitcher
[Read more…] about The Crow and The PitcherA thirsty crow wanted water from a pitcher. He filled it with pebbles to raise the water level to drink. Clever!
Necessity is the mother of invention.
Mercury and The Sculptor
[Read more…] about Mercury and The SculptorMercury visited a Sculptor to see how he was valued. Asking about other statues for value he then asked about his image. Sculptor gave it little value.
The Ass and The Mule
An ass was overloaded and asked for help. No help was forthcoming and the ass died. The other animal then had to carry the whole load.
Help one another.
[Note: Also see Perry 181.]
[Read more…] about The Ass and The MuleThe Herdsman and The Lost Bull
[Read more…] about The Herdsman and The Lost BullA herdsman prayed to find his herd. Found with a lion, the herdsman further prayed for his escape.
Be careful what you wish for; your wish may be granted.
The Dog and The Wolf
[Read more…] about The Dog and The WolfA Dog offered to help a Wolf get regular feed from his Master. The Wolf listened but saw a bald spot on Dog’s neck where the collar sat. Goodbye said Wolf.
Better starve free than be a fat slave.