A controversy prevailed among the beasts of the field regarding which animal deserved the most credit for producing the greatest number of offspring at a birth. The animals rushed clamorously into the presence of the Lioness, demanding that she settle their dispute.
"And you," they asked, "how many cubs do you have at a birth?"
The Lioness laughed at their inquiry and replied, "Why! I have only one; but that one is altogether a thoroughbred Lion."
She continued, "The value lies in the worth, not in the number."
The animals pondered her words, realizing that quality often surpasses quantity in significance.
The moral
Quality is more valuable than quantity.
Discussion questions
- What do you think the Lioness meant when she said her one cub is a "thoroughbred Lion"?
- How does this story relate to your own experiences with quality versus quantity?
- Can you think of other moral stories that convey a similar message? What are they?
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Good night.
Tomorrow night: The Fox and the Crane
