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Kindness

The Seed and the Stranger

A poor woman plants the last seed in her jar for a traveler she will never see again — and discovers what kindness quietly pays back.

Courage

The Lion Who Asked First

A young lion learns that the bravest thing in the savannah is not the roar — it is the question that comes before it.

Honesty

The Mirror in the Market

A traveling glassmaker sells a mirror that only shows the truth — and the village learns that truth is cheaper to buy than to live with.

Patience

The Stonecutter's Patience

An old mason teaches his apprentice that the hundredth strike breaks the stone — but only because of the ninety-nine that came before.

Kindness

Finding Light in the Darkness

For years, Mr. Patel had dreamt of a home he could call his own. Every penny earned was carefully stashed away, each sacrifice a step closer to his goal. He imagined the laughter...

Courage

Chaman and Anastasia: A Lesson in Friendship

Once upon a time, in a small village nestled among rolling hills, there lived two inseparable friends named Chaman and Anastasia. They shared a bond that transcended mere companionship. Anastasia admi

Integrity

The Brahmin and the Mongoose

A Brahmin (a learned man) lived with his wife in a village. They had an infant son. One day, the Brahmin had to go out for some work, and his wife left to fetch water. Before...

Kindness

Thirsty Crow & Compassion

Once upon a time, on a hot sunny day, a crow became very thirsty. It had been flying around for hours, searching for water, but there was not a single source to quench its thirst. Finally, feeling exh

Hard Work Pays

Value of Hard Work

John, the hard worker, planted and tended his seeds while his lazy brother, Sameer, neglected his. When the harvest arrived, John's crops were huge, proving the value of diligence.

Kindness

When do you Pray?

S** omeone once asked Rabia Basra when does she pray? Is it before the arrival of God or after the arrival of God?

Lead By Example

Young Crab and His Mother

A young crab was walking sideways when a mother crab told him to walk straight forward. When the mother crab tried to demonstrate, she tripped and fell on her nose.

Courage

Do good to others and good will come back to you!

Once upon a time, there used to be a lady who would cook food for her family with love and devotion. She would cook a bit extra each day as a buffer and keep it on the window. But...

Generosity

As you sow, so shall you reap!

Once upon a time the King Bhoj, got curious to know about his previous births. He called his astrologers and asked them to figure out the all the good deeds he had done in the...

Kindness

The King and Four Wives

Once upon a time, the king of Iran was to leave on a tour of India. He asked his three queens that what he should bring for them on returning. The first queen said that bring fine...

Generosity

Betaal Pachisi - Story 25 - The Curse of poverty

Vikram again controlled Vetala and took him on his shoulder. Vetala started narrating him a story so that they could easily complete the long journey. He however warns him not to...

Generosity

Betaal Pachisi - Story 26 - Tangled Relationships (The Last One)

Vikrama again controlled Vetala and took him on his shoulder. Vetala started narrating him a story so that they could easily complete the long journey. He however warns him not to...

Honesty

Betaal Pachisi - Story 24 - Dagroo and his dreams

Vikram again controlled Vetala and took him on his shoulder. Vetala started narrating him a story so that they could easily complete the long journey. He however warns him not to...

Generosity

Betaal Pachisi - Story 22 - The Love Story of Four Princes

Vikram again controlled Vetala and took him on his shoulder. Vetala started narrating him a story so that they could easily complete the long journey. He warns the king not to...

Kindness

Betaal Pachisi - Story 23 - Justice of the king

Vikram again controlled Vetala and took him on his shoulder. Vetala started narrating him a story so that they could easily complete the long journey. He once again warns the king...

Kindness

Betaal Pachisi - Story 21 - Patriotic sacrifice of Nandini

As usual Vikram controlled Vetala and took him on his shoulder. Vetala started narrating him a story so that they could easily complete the long journey once again but warns him...

Kindness

Betaal Pachisi - Story 20 - An unsuccessful love tale

Vikrama did not give up. He tries again to catch vetala. After several attempts he succeeds and starts taking him to the ascetic. Vetala starts narrating him a story so that they...

Honesty

Betaal Pachisi - Story 19 - Gambling lead to Murdering

Vikrama tries again to catch vetala. After several attempts he succeeds and starts taking him to the ascetic. Vetala starts narrating him a story so that they can easily complete...

Generosity

Betaal Pachisi -Story 18 - The generous prince

Vikrama tries again to catch vetala. After several attempts he succeeds and starts taking him to the ascetic. Vetala starts narrating him a story so that they can easily complete...

Complete Focus

Betaal Pachisi - Story 17 - Unsuccessful penance of Gunkar

Gunkar, who had a bad habit of stealing money for gambling, was taken in by a sage who offered him comfort and the chance to learn magical powers. However, he failed to achieve his goal because he left his training prematurely.