[Read more…] about The Fox and The GrapesA fox tries to get grapes to eat but cannot. The fox goes away in disgust saying he didn’t want them anyhow.
It is easy to despise what you cannot get.
The Fox and The Lion
[Read more…] about The Fox and The LionA fox learns how to be comfortable around a lion. Other fables say to take care.
Familiarity breeds contempt.
The Judicious Elephant
[Read more…] about The Judicious ElephantA Wolf and Leopard gave Horse their prey to hold. A Fox talked the Horse out of it. An Elephant decided that all three had to claim the prize. Not likely.
In doubtful and intricate cases, discrimination and solidity of judgment are required.
The Goat And The Fox
[Read more…] about The Goat And The FoxA Goat and Fox argued. Goat bet its beard it was right. It was wrong and a Monkey shaved the beard and gave it to the Fox.
Have honor and pay your debts.
The Hunted Fox
[Read more…] about The Hunted FoxA Fox hunted for depredations on poultry was discovered and escaped only after severe blows. He complained to Foxes about the beating he clearly deserved.
It is easy to complain about things done to you but hard to remember those you have done.
The Fox and The Pheasants
[Read more…] about The Fox and The PheasantsA Fox came upon Pheasants in a tree. Fox went into a big dance and show and performed until the Pheasants became confused and dropped to Fox’s supper.
Too much attention to danger may cause us to fall victims to it.