[Read more…] about The Domestic SnakeA poor Man befriended a Snake who ate crumbs from the table. One day he cut the snake then begged forgiveness. Snake was willing but said to be careful as he might some day forget.
He who harms someone should henceforth be suspicious.
Edwin
[Read more…] about EdwinEdwin got lost and panicked. He followed a flame which led him to a fearsome creature that turned out to be a scarecrow.
Peter The Great
[Read more…] about Peter The GreatAn obese man learned that physical and mental well being can be enhanced by diet and exercise.
The Blind Man and The Lame Man
[Read more…] about The Blind Man and The Lame ManA Blind Man and Lame Man cooperated to complete a journey. The Blind Man carried the Lame Man who served as the pair’s eyes.
Cooperation can be helpful.
The Hermit and The Bear
[Read more…] about The Hermit and The BearA Bear guarded a sleeping Hermit from flies except for one which landed on the Hermit’s nose. The Bear killed the fly but also bruised the Hermit’s face.
An imprudent friend often does as much mischief as the worst enemy.
The Idler Caught Napping
[Read more…] about The Idler Caught NappingAn Idler, on a hot summer day, took his rest on a seat of pitch. While napping he sunk in and had to be extracted by friends or perish.
Don’t be thoughtless in what you do.