[Read more…] about The Fox and The MaskA Fox looks at a mask and wonders where the mask’s brains are.
Outside show is a poor substitute for inner worth.
The Horse and The Ass
[Read more…] about The Horse and The AssA Horse met an Ass on the road and demanded he move aside. The Ass complied but was delighted later to find the horse lame and abused along the same road.
Better humble security than gilded danger.
The Lion and Three Bulls
[Read more…] about The Lion and Three BullsA Lion wanted to dine on some bulls but they grouped together when he advanced. One day the bulls went to different fields and were eaten one by one.
Union is strength.
The Hare With Many Friends
[Read more…] about The Hare With Many FriendsA Hare had many good weather friends. When trouble was near they all refused to help the Hare who only barely managed to escape on his own.
He that has many friends, has no friends.
The Cat and Venus
[Read more…] about The Cat and VenusIn a test a Cat was turned into a young maiden. She found a young man and were to be wed. At the wedding Venus released a Mouse and the maiden chased it.
Nature exceeds nurture.
The Buffoon and The Countryman
[Read more…] about The Buffoon and The CountrymanA Buffoon entertained with animal sounds. A Man said he could imitate a pig better. On stage the audience reviled his performance until he showed the pig.
Men often applaud an imitation and hiss the real thing.