[Read more…] about The Fox and The BrambleA Fox fell into a Bramble and was cut. The Fox cursed the Bramble who then chided the Fox for being so careless as to fall into the Bramble.
Sometimes you have to ask your enemies for help.
The Fox and Monkey
[Read more…] about The Fox and MonkeyA Fox and Monkey passed a cemetery. Monkey told the Fox these were ancestors. Fox pointed out this was a likely story but nobody there could refute it.
A false tale often betrays itself.
The Wolf and The Fox
[Read more…] about The Wolf and The FoxA large Wolf was nicknamed Lion. Believing this he moved to live with Lions. A Fox observed he might be a lion among wolves; but, was a wolf among lions.
Know yourself and your limits.
The Fox and The Hedgehog
[Read more…] about The Fox and The HedgehogA Fox with its tail caught was a feast for Mosquitoes. A Hedgehog offered to remove them. Fox said no; those on him were full; new would take more blood.
Consider carefully before changing your situation.
The Bowman and Lion
[Read more…] about The Bowman and LionA Lion (or Tiger) stands up to an archer only to find an arrow in his side. The Fox slyly asks if he really intended for that to happen. Unhappy Lion.
Be on guard against men who can strike from a distance.
Hares, Foxes and Eagles
[Read more…] about Hares, Foxes and EaglesIn a war with Eagles, the Hares called for Foxes to help. The Foxes said they did not know the Hares or who they were fighting and so demurred.
Count the cost before you commit yourselves.