HumansHonestyThe Boy Who Cried WolfA liar will not be believed, even when he speaks the truth.Read this fable
Small CreaturesPrudenceThe Ant and the GrasshopperIt is best to prepare for the days of necessity.Read this fable
Wild AnimalsDeceptionThe Wolf in Sheep's ClothingAppearances can be deceiving, and those who act with malice often hide behind a facade of innocence.Read this fable
Small CreaturesContentmentThe City Mouse and the Country MouseBetter a simple meal in peace than a feast in constant fear.Read this fable
HumansPrudenceThe Milkmaid and Her PailDo not count your chickens before they are hatched.Read this fable
HumansPrudenceThe Fisherman and the Little FishA small gain today is better than the promise of a big one tomorrow.Read this fable
Wild AnimalsPrudenceThe Fox and the GoatLook before you leap, and always consider the consequences of your actions before following the advice of others.Read this fable
Wild AnimalsPrudenceThe Sick LionBe wise enough to learn from the mistakes of others before they become your own.Read this fable
BirdsKindnessThe Eagle and the BeetleEven the smallest and weakest can find a way to humble the mighty.Read this fable
Small CreaturesContentmentThe Frogs Desiring a KingBe careful what you wish for, as the change you seek may bring more trouble than the peace you currently enjoy.Read this fable
Wild AnimalsWisdomThe Lion, the Fox, and the AssIt is wise to learn from the misfortunes of others.Read this fable
Domestic AnimalsSelf-ControlThe Two GoatsIt is better to yield than to come to misfortune through stubbornness.Read this fable
Domestic AnimalsPrudenceThe Donkey and the Load of SpongesDo not seek to evade your duties through deception, for the consequences may be far heavier than the original burden.Read this fable
HumansPrudenceThe Trumpeter Taken PrisonerHe who incites others to strife is just as guilty as those who actually fight.Read this fable
BirdsWisdomThe Eagle and the ArrowWe often provide our enemies with the means for our own destruction.Read this fable
Domestic AnimalsPrudenceThe Cat and the MiceDo not be deceived by appearances, for wisdom lies in recognizing the trickster before the trap is sprung.Read this fable
Small CreaturesSelf-ControlThe Bee and JupiterBe careful what you wish for, as selfishness often brings about its own undoing.Read this fable
BirdsPrudenceThe Hen and the SwallowExperience is the best teacher, and one should not claim wisdom in matters they have not truly understood.Read this fable
Nature and ElementsPrudenceThe Trees and the AxeHe who gives others the means to harm him must not complain when he suffers the consequences.Read this fable
Domestic AnimalsPrudenceThe Kid and the WolfDo not be deceived by the hollow words of those who seek to do you harm.Read this fable
Wild AnimalsPrudenceThe Fox and the Sick LionWise people learn from the misfortunes of others.Read this fable
Wild AnimalsWisdomThe Lion and the DolphinDo not promise what you cannot perform, for nature dictates our limits.Read this fable
HumansKindnessThe Farmer and the SnakeKindness is wasted on the wicked, for malice remains in their nature regardless of how they are treated.Read this fable
HumansPrudenceThe Shepherd and the SeaDo not trust the calm appearance of things that have shown themselves to be treacherous.Read this fable
Domestic AnimalsPrudenceThe Horse, Hunter, and StagHe who seeks revenge for a small injury often pays a much higher price with his own freedom.Read this fable
Small CreaturesPrudenceThe Frogs and the SunBe content with your own nature, for trying to be what you are not often leads to disaster.Read this fable
HumansPrudenceThe Spendthrift and the SwallowOne swallow does not make a summer, nor does a single sign of good fortune guarantee a lifetime of prosperity.Read this fable
HumansWisdomThe Fisherman PipingThings done out of season lose their charm and effectiveness.Read this fable
Wild AnimalsPrudenceThe Fox and the BrambleDo not lean upon that which offers support only to pierce you in return.Read this fable
Domestic AnimalsKindnessThe Horse and the AssA little help from a friend can prevent a great tragedy.Read this fable
HumansWisdomThe AstronomerIt is foolish to ignore the immediate realities of life while obsessing over distant, abstract possibilities.Read this fable
BirdsWisdomThe Crow and the SnakeCunning can often overcome strength when force alone is insufficient.Read this fable
Nature and ElementsPrudenceThe Two PotsKnow your own strength and choose your company wisely to avoid unnecessary ruin.Read this fable
BirdsDeceptionThe Eagle, the Cat, and the SowBeware of those who carry tales, for their honeyed words often hide a web of deceit.Read this fable
