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Jain Tales

4 stories, retold short enough for one lesson.

4 stories

Mahavira and the SerpentKindnessTrue non-violence and compassion have the power to transform even the most venomous hearts and neutralize deep-seated hatred.Grades 2–4Level 5

Mahavira's RenunciationTrue liberation and inner peace can only be achieved by letting go of worldly attachments and conquering the ego.Grades 3–5Level 4

The Blind Men and the ElephantHumilityTruth is multifaceted and complex; our individual perspectives are often limited and should not be mistaken for the absolute whole.Grades 2–4Level 2

The Boy and the SnakeCourageTrue courage is found in non-violence and the realization that all living beings deserve compassion.Grades 2–4Level 4