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The Clever Rabbit of TibetClevernessIntelligence and wit are far more powerful than physical strength and arrogance.Grades 3–5Level 3
The Code of BushidoCourageTrue strength is found in integrity and the courage to uphold one's principles even in the face of death.Grades 5–8Level 5
The Coming of the Tuatha Dé DanannTrue power and sovereignty are achieved through the mastery of wisdom, art, and the divine rather than through brute force alone.Grades 3–5Level 5
The Compilation of the Guru Granth SahibHonestyTrue spiritual wisdom is universal and transcends all religious boundaries, serving as a guiding light for all humanity.Grades 2–4Level 5
The Conference of the BirdsHumilityThe journey toward truth and divinity is an internal one; the enlightenment we seek is already within us, discovered only through perseverance and the shedding of the egoGrades 3–5Level 4
The Contendings of Horus and Set (Extended)FairnessJustice and the rightful order of succession eventually triumph over brute force, chaos, and ambition through persistence and divine law.Grades 3–5Level 5
The Conversion of Saint PaulHumilityNo one is beyond the reach of divine grace, and even the most hardened hearts can be transformed into instruments of peace and faith.Grades 3–5Level 3
The Corn WomanAbundance is born from sacrifice, and we must respect the sacred relationship between the earth and the food it provides.Grades 5–8Level 3
The Corpse StoriesPatienceTrue spiritual mastery and the fulfillment of great goals require unwavering discipline and the absolute control of one's speech and reactions.Grades 3–5Level 5
The Cosmic EggOut of chaos and darkness, order and light can emerge through the spark of creation.Grades 2–4Level 3
The Cosmic TreeThe universe is held together by the eternal balance of opposing forces, such as light and shadow, height and depth.Grades 2–4Level 3
The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl (Extended)FriendshipTrue love possesses the strength to endure long periods of separation and can move the heavens to create miracles.Grades 2–4Level 4

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The Cowherd and Weaver GirlFriendshipTrue love is an eternal bond that can overcome any obstacle, even the vast expanse of the heavens.Grades 2–4Level 3
The Crab That Played with the SeaHumilityTrue greatness comes from fulfilling one's purpose within the natural order rather than seeking power through disruption.Grades 2–4Level 4
The Cracked PotHumilityOur perceived flaws and imperfections can be turned into unique strengths that bring beauty and value to the world.Grades 2–4Level 2
The Crane WifeGreedTrust is the foundation of love, and breaking a promise out of greed or curiosity can lead to the permanent loss of what we value most.Grades 2–4Level 4
The Creation of Humans from MaizeHumilityTrue humanity is found in the balance of great wisdom and the humility to recognize our limitations before the divine.Grades 2–4Level 4
The Creation of the WorldTrue creation requires the right essence and a spirit of gratitude toward those who gave us life.Grades 3–5Level 3
The Creation of MankindHuman life is a sacred expression of divine emotion, suggesting that our existence is inextricably linked to both joy and sorrow.Grades 2–4Level 3
The Crow and the OwlClevernessNever trust an enemy who offers friendship, and remember that wisdom and strategy can defeat even the most powerful opponent.Grades 5–8Level 3
The Crows and the SerpentClevernessIntelligence and strategy are far more powerful than physical strength when facing a formidable enemy.Grades 3–5Level 3
The Crow and the Water PitcherClevernessNecessity is the mother of invention, and persistence can overcome even the most difficult obstacles.Grades 2–4Level 3
The Curse of Andvari's RingGreedUnchecked greed is a corrosive force that destroys the bonds of family and eventually consumes the seeker.Grades 5–8Level 4
The Curse of MachaFairnessArrogance and the abuse of power over the vulnerable will inevitably lead to a collective downfall and lasting retribution.Grades 5–8Level 3