[Read more…] about The Fox and The CatBetter one safe way than a hundred on which you cannot reckon. A cat goes up a tree and gets away while a fox is caught trying to figure out what to do.
Better one safe way than a hundred on which you cannot reckon.
The Fox and The Crow
[Read more…] about The Fox and The CrowA crow has cheese a fox wants. The fox asks the crow to sing. It does and drops the cheese.
Do not trust flatterers.
The Wolf and The Crane
[Read more…] about The Wolf and The CraneA Crane wanted to get paid for taking a bone from the throat of a Wolf. The Wolf advised caution.
When working for a tyrant, feel lucky to escape alive.
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.
The Ass and The Mule
[Read more…] about The Ass and The MuleAn 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.
The 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.