94. The
Lion and the Deer
One day a deer
went to a pool to quench his thirst. The pool water was so clear that he could
see his reflection in it. He looked at the image of his antlers and felt proud
of their beauty. Suddenly, his eyes fell on the reflection of his fore-legs.
Though slender to look at, they gave him his high speed. But he felt sad seeing
them. With a heavy heart, he quenched his thirst. Hardly had he raised his head
when he saw a lion coming towards him. So, he took to his heels and the lion
was left far behind. The deer took a sigh of relief. But unfortunately, his
antlers got caught in a thicket. He tried his best to be free but could not. In
the meantime, the lion came quite closer. The deer now cursed himself for
condemning his legs and praising his horns. But now he could do nothing. The
lion overtook him and tore him to pieces.
Moral:
Appearances are often deceptive.
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