Two Classic Tibetan Fables
The two engaging stories in this volume originate in Tibetan folklore and deliver their essential moral message in such a way as to appeal to adults and children alike. In the first tale. A Story of Antelmes: A Message of Renunciation Towards Cyclic Existence we meet a stubbom antelope whose refusal of his chieftain s wise advice leads to his downfall despite the compassionate prayers of a great sage From this tale we learn the invincible laws of self-responsibility or karmic cause and effect
The second fable The Legend of the Birds and Monkeys involves us in a dispute between a group of monkeys and a flock of birds. The way the dispute is resolved highlights the wisdom of a fair-minded and logical approach in the face of argument and aggression. The enduring relevance of this message is particularly useful in today s world.
ISBN-10 : 8186470069
ISBN-13 : 978-8186470060