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The Parable of the Thief and the Refuge
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The Parable of the Thief and the Refuge
…ng, who like fire was the refuge of the people, stole the bundle of jewels. Do not ask me about the thief." "Friend, just bring me the thief." Without telling the king that he was a thief, he told yet ano…
In this parable, a king learns about a thief who stole jewels but is ensnared in another story about excess and consequence. The narratives inte…
The King's Dilemma
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The King's Dilemma
"I do not understand this, be it fact or no fact: either bring me the thief, or you yourself must be the thief." Thus did the king again and again question the youth. So he sa…
In this tale, a king repeatedly questions a young man about a thief, demanding him to catch the culprit. The young man perceives the king's inability to shield himself…
The Perils of Kings and Refuges
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The Perils of Kings and Refuges
… so when a king, who like the mighty earth is the refuge of the whole world, rises up and plays the thief, who shall avert the danger? Can you, sire, recognize the thief hidden under the guise of this stor…
…arrative reflects on the nature of leadership and betrayal. A king who should be a refuge becomes a thief, prompting a discussion about justice. Another story illustrates the dangers of seeking refuge as o…
Seven Types of Spouses for Lasting Love
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Seven Types of Spouses for Lasting Love
…her, and is unfaithful. Marriage to such a partner is like living with an enemy. 2. A spouse like a thief: Such a spouse has no sense of financial responsibility or accountability. This spouse is extravaga…
…e spouses who show no sympathy (like a murderer) and those lacking financial responsibility (like a thief). These insights remain relevant for marriages today, guiding couples toward understanding and impr…
The Favorite Jataka
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The Favorite Jataka
"Friend, if you can, bring me the thief." To make the king comprehend, he told yet another story. 5) Formerly, sire, in this very city a…
In this story, a friend is implored to bring the thief to the king. To elucidate his request, he shares the tale of a man whose refuge turned perilous whe…
The Favourites Jataka
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The Favourites Jataka
… sire, the tree is the refuge of birds, so is the king the refuge of his people. Should he play the thief, who shall avert the danger? Take note of this, sire." "Friend, only bring me the thief." Then he …
Once upon a time in the Himalayas, there was a tree sheltering many birds, but its branches sparked a fire. The chief bird warned others to flee, illustrating how a safe refuge can become a source of
The Downfall of a Wicked King
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The Downfall of a Wicked King
…her. After he had with his own hands placed his treasure in the tank, he went about looking for the thief. That he may not in future go on playing the part of a thief, we will kill this wicked king.' So t…
This narrative depicts the consequences faced by a corrupt king who, instead of taking responsibility for his actions, shifts the blame onto others. After the people realize the king's treachery, they
The Impact of Upbringing on Character Development
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The Impact of Upbringing on Character Development
…ction. his father asked Luang Por to trust him as he knew the friend's father to be dishonest and a thief. Luang Por himself was later to discover that the friend was also not an honest and good person wit…
This narrative illustrates the importance of a good upbringing as exemplified by Luang Por’s life. His father’s strict but wise teachings shaped his character, guiding him in choosing friends and reso
The Favorite Jataka
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The Favorite Jataka
…hieves are here: they are not far off.” “Who are they?” “Great king, let anyone that likes be the thief. From the time you recovered your treasure, why should you want the thieves? Do not ask about that.…
This excerpt from The Favorite Jataka illustrates a dialogue between a king and a youth who has recovered treasure from thieves. The king, overwhelmed with appreciation for the recovery, demands the c
A Tale of Loss and Regret
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A Tale of Loss and Regret
…? take note of this, sire." "Friend, I do not understand the things you tell me: only bring me the thief." He thought, 'I will shield the king,' and he told yet another story.
In this narrative, a husband mourns the absence of his wife, prompting a reflection on the complexities of familial relationships. The mother-in-law reproaches him, questioning the nature of life and
The Tale of a Son's Betrayal
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The Tale of a Son's Betrayal
…esent has arisen from the king, who is the guardian of all men. Know, sire, from this fact that the thief is so and so."
In an ancient city, a joyous father rejoices at the birth of his son. As time passes, the son grows and, upon his father's old age, cruelly drives him out of the home. The father laments his fate, exp