[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.
The Dog in The Manger
[Read more…] about The Dog in The MangerPeople often begrudge others what they cannot enjoy themselves. A dog sleeping on hay would not let other animals eat from the hay.
People often begrudge others what they cannot enjoy themselves.
A Mountain in Labor
[Read more…] about A Mountain in LaborA Mountain emitting terrible noises was said to be in labor. But, as people watched to see what would happen, all they saw come out of it was a mouse.
Don’t make a big fuss over nothing.
The Fawn and His Mother
[Read more…] about The Fawn and His MotherA Fawn questioned larger deer about why they flee a Dog when they are so much bigger. Nobody could answer; it was just in their nature the Fawn was told.
A coward by nature will always be a coward.
The Farmer and The Snake
[Read more…] about The Farmer and The SnakeA farmer takes pity on a frozen snake and brings it home. Thawed, the snake reverts to character and bites all.
The wicked show no thanks.