[Read more…] about The Bald Man and The FlyA bald man was bit by a fly and hit his head trying to kill the fly. The fly mocked him for his injury but the man said he will endure more to kill the fly.
You will only injure yourself if you take notice of despicable enemies.
The Eagle and His Captor
[Read more…] about The Eagle and His CaptorAn Eagle was caught and had his wings clipped. A neighbor bought the Eagle and let his wings grow out. A Fox cautioned the Eagle about paying tribute.
Favor those who do you kindness.
The Ass and The Charger
[Read more…] about The Ass and The ChargerAn Ass bemoaned his treatment compared with a horse. The horse was taken into battle and died. The Ass thought better of his previous opinion.
Be content with your station.
The Panther and The Shepherds
[Read more…] about The Panther and The ShepherdsA Panther fell into a well. Some fed him and some pelted him. Overnight he recovered strength and leaped out of the well. He killed those who abused him.
Enemies are made by injury not kindness.
The Camel and Jupiter
[Read more…] about The Camel and JupiterThe Camel complained to Jupiter about his stature relative to other animals. Jupiter was angry at this and that is why now Camels have shorter ears.
The Gods will deal with those who do not honor them.
The Lion and The Shepherd
[Read more…] about The Lion and The ShepherdA Shepherd encountered an ailing Lion and took a thorn out of its paw. At a later encounter the Lion remembered the Shepherd and did not kill him.
Return favors and favors will be bestowed on you.