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The Story of the Two Wolves
A grandfather explains that the wolf who wins the internal battle is the one we choose to feed.
The GrandfatherThe Grandson
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The Cracked Pot
A leaking pot discovers that its flaw is actually a gift that brings beauty to the world.
The Water BearerThe Perfect Pot
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The Starfish Story
A young man proves that even small acts of kindness can change the world for one life at a time.
The Old ManThe Young Man
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Stone Soup
Hungry travelers teach a wary village the power of sharing through a magical 'stone soup' feast.
Hungry TravelersSuspicious Villagers
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The Emperor's Seed
A boy's courage to show an empty pot earns him the crown in this classic tale of honesty.
The EmperorPing
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The Wooden Bowl
A child's simple woodcarving project teaches his parents a profound lesson about honoring the aged.
GrandfatherFather
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The King's Painting
A clever artist creates a beautiful portrait of a disabled king by focusing on his strengths.
The KingThe Clever Artist
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This Too Shall Pass
A wise king learns that neither joy nor sorrow lasts forever through a simple inscribed ring.
The KingThe Wise Advisor
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The Scorpion and the Frog
A frog learns a fatal lesson about the unchanging nature of a scorpion.
The ScorpionThe Frog
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The Farmer's Luck
A wise farmer meets every turn of fortune with a simple 'maybe,' teaching us the power of patience.
The Old FarmerThe Son
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The Two Seeds
One seed chooses to risk growth while the other waits for safety, only to meet a tragic end.
The Courageous SeedThe Fearful Seed
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The Obstacle in Our Path
A peasant discovers that life's rewards are hidden behind its toughest challenges.
The KingThe Peasant
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The Butterfly's Struggle
A man's kindness hinders a butterfly's growth, proving that struggle is essential for success.
The ManThe Butterfly
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