[Read more…] about The Proud Lady and The CaterpillarA Lady shakes a Caterpillar from her gown while insulting it. The Caterpillar responds that soon it will be beautiful; she is beautiful only when dressed.
Be careful how you insult anyone.
The Cormorant and The Fishes
[Read more…] about The Cormorant and The FishesA Cormorant told fish the pond was to be drained. The fish panicked and asked the Cormorant to help them. He moved them to a pool easier to eat them from.
Know your enemy and who to believe.
The Silkworm and The Spider
[Read more…] about The Silkworm and The SpiderA Spider and Silkworm were spinning. Spider bragged how fast its web was built. Silkworm pointed out her web would be treasured while Spider’s swept away.
Fine work gets preserved and treasured.
Jupiter’s Lottery
[Read more…] about Jupiter’s LotteryJupiter set up a lottery with Wisdom as prize. Minerva won but people were mad that Jupiter’s daughter won. Jupiter substituted Folly and people were happy.
The greatest fools have always looked upon themselves as the wisest men.
The Deceived Eagle
[Read more…] about The Deceived EagleAn Eagle on the prowl for a meal spied some hair he took for a Hare and swooped down and grabbed it. Too late he found the hair was really a wild Cat. Oopsl
Look before you leap.
The Two Lizards
[Read more…] about The Two LizardsTwo Lizards were talking. One complained about low status compared with the Stag. Dogs came and killed the Stag. The other Lizard pointed out the irony.
Be careful what you wish for; you might get it.