The Lion and the Rabbit

A clever rabbit saves the forest animals by outsmarting a mighty lion through intelligence and wit.

• Once upon a time, a mighty lion in the forest killed animals every day for food.
• Terrified, the animals made a deal with him: instead of hunting, they would send him one animal daily.
• One day, it was a little rabbit’s turn. The rabbit walked slowly and reached the lion late.
• The furious lion roared, ‘Why are you so late?’
• The rabbit bowed and replied, ‘Another lion stopped me. He claims he is the true king of this forest!’
• Curious and angry, the lion demanded to be shown this rival.
• The rabbit led him to a deep well and pointed inside.
• When the lion looked in, he saw his own reflection and thought it was another lion.
• In rage, he jumped in to attack—and drowned.
• The animals rejoiced, and the clever rabbit was hailed as their savior.

Moral: Intelligence and wit can overcome sheer strength.