[Read more…] about The Fox Who Lost His TailA Fox lost his tail in a trap and tried to get fellow foxes to trim their tails. They saw through the ruse.
Distrust advice from someone who stands to gain.
The Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing
[Read more…] about The Wolf in Sheep’s ClothingA Wolf found a Sheep’s pelt and wore it to blend in with the flock. Worked for awhile until the Shepherd noticed. No more Wolf!
Seek to harm and harm shall find you
The Countryman and The Snake
[Read more…] about The Countryman and The SnakeA Man’s Son stepped on a Snake who bit and killed him. The Man cut the tail off the Snake which then went after the Man’s Cattle. No truce could be had.
Injuries may be forgiven, but not forgotten.
The Lion in Love
[Read more…] about The Lion in LoveA Lion was so in love that he let the family take away all his defenses. He probably erred; in one version he dies.
Love can blind even the wildest
The Fox and The Sick Lion
[Read more…] about The Fox and The Sick LionA sick lion called others to his cave. Many went in but none came out. Latecomers refused to go in. Smart!
The wise learn from misfortunes of others.
The Miser and His Gold
[Read more…] about The Miser and His GoldA miser tried to hide his gold but a thief saw where and took the gold. Too bad.
Wealth not used is wealth that does not exist.