[Read more…] about The Wild Boar and The FoxA Wild Boar was sharpening his tusks. A Fox asked why. The Boar said that it would be foolish to not be ready and have to sharpen them when needed.
Be prepared.
The Fisherman and The Little Fish
[Read more…] about The Fisherman and The Little FishA caught Fish pleads for life but the fisherman says no with no certainty of another.
A little thing in hand is worth more than a great thing in prospect.
The Ass and His Shadow
[Read more…] about The Ass and His ShadowA Traveler hired an Ass. The day was hot and the Traveler sat in the shadow of the Ass. The Owner argued he didn’t hire the shadow. Ass left as they argued.
In quarreling about the shadow we often lose the substance.
The Seaside Travelers
[Read more…] about The Seaside TravelersSeaside Travelers waited by the shore for a boat they saw in the distance to land. When it did they saw it was only a load of wood. Disappointment!
Our mere anticipations of life outrun its realities.
The Old Lion
[Read more…] about The Old LionAn Old Lion was near death so animals that used to fear him came and abused him. Sadly, the Lion could do nothing to stop them.
Only cowards insult dying majesty.
The Ass Carrying The Image
[Read more…] about The Ass Carrying The ImageAn Ass carrying a sacred Image through town thought all the bowing was for him instead of the Image. His Master set him straight with a well placed whip.
They are not wise who give to themselves the credit due to others.