Hundred Parables Sutra 31-40
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37 Killing a Herd of Cattle
Once there was a man who owned two hundred and fifty head of cattle. He often...
Hundred Parables Sutra 21-30
21 The Woman Who Wished For A Second Child
In the past, there was a woman who had a son. She wanted another child, and...
Hundred Parables Sutra 11-20
11 The Brahman Kills His Own Son
Once there was a Brahman who thought himself very knowledgeable, understanding all the skills. Presumptuous and wishing to...
Hundred Parables Sutra 1-10
1 The Stupid Man and The Salt
Once there was a stupid man who paid a visit to a friend. When the host gave him...
The Dancing Peacock: Pride and Modesty
Once upon a time, a very long time ago, the four-footed animals made the lion their king. There was a gigantic fish that roamed...
The Pigeon and the Crow: the Danger of Greed
Once upon a time, the people of Benares were fond of setting up bird houses. This was an act of generosity and kindness, done...
Watering the Garden: Foolishness
It was just before New Year's in Benares, in northern India. Everyone in the city was getting ready for the three day celebration, including...
The Great Horse Knowing-one: courage
Once upon a time, King Brahmadatta ruled in Benares, in northern India. He had a mighty horse, who had been born in the land...
The Power of Friendship
Before the time of this story, people in Asia used to say that there would never be a time when an elephant and a...
King Banyan Deer: teaching
Out of compassion and gratitude, King Banyan Deer the Enlightenment Being, taught the King of Benares. He advised him to climb the five steps...