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Honesty

Stories about truthfulness, trust and the cost of lying.

The Boy Who Cried Wolf

The Boy Who Cried Wolf

A liar will not be believed, even when he speaks the truth.

The Farmer and the Stork

Humans Prudence

The Farmer and the Stork

You are judged by the company you keep.

The Horse and the Groom

Domestic Animals Honesty

The Horse and the Groom

A master's eye is the best nourishment for his horse.

The Wolf and the Shepherds

Wild Animals Honesty

The Wolf and the Shepherds

It is easy to criticize others for the very faults we ourselves possess.

The Fox and the Monkey

Wild Animals Honesty

The Fox and the Monkey

Those who boast of greatness without merit are often the first to be humiliated.

The Crab and Her Mother

Small Creatures Honesty

The Crab and Her Mother

Example is better than precept.

The Fox and the Woodcutter

Wild Animals Honesty

The Fox and the Woodcutter

Actions speak louder than words, and a true friend is known by their deeds, not their promises.

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