Fables About Foxes
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60 stories found
A DINNER INVITATION
Sometimes, it's more beneficial to align with the clever and capable, even if they are traditionally...
A FOX IN A TRAP
Appearances can be deceiving, and a bad reputation may sometimes be undeserved, though true nature o...
A TURTLE AND A FISH
ANDRÉS BELLO
This simple story teaches us three important things: the treacherous arts of a seducer, the sad end ...
APÉNDICE
It is foolish to pretend to be something you are not, as your true nature or lack of ability will ev...
BASH-CHALEK; OR, TRUE STEEL
Obedience to a dying wish, even when seemingly irrational, can lead to unexpected trials and ultimat...
BASHTCHELIK (OR, REAL STEEL)
True strength lies not in physical might, but in love, wisdom, and unwavering determination.
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BROTHER FOX’S TAR BABY[\[O\]](#FootnoteO15)
Even the cleverest trickster can be outsmarted, and one's perceived weakness can be a hidden strengt...
BROTHER WOLF
Sometimes, a kind gesture can lead to unexpected and even dangerous consequences when dealing with u...
BRUIN AND REYNARD
Deception, no matter how clever, often leads to exposure and consequences, and cunning can be used t...
BRUIN AND REYNARD PARTNERS
Be wary of those who propose seemingly fair agreements, as they may exploit your ignorance for their...
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BR’ER FOX TACKLES OLD BR’ER TARRYPIN[\[Q\]](#FootnoteQ17)
Even the weakest can outsmart the strong through cleverness and understanding their opponent's weakn...
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BR’ER RABBIT’S FISHING[\[P\]](#FootnoteP16)
Cunning and quick thinking can get you out of a tight spot and even turn the tables on your adversar...
BUDULINEK
Always obey the warnings of those who care for you, especially when it comes to safety.
Bruin and Reynard Partners
Those who are clever and cunning will often take advantage of the naive, and it is wise to be cautio...
Bruin and Reynard Partners
Be wary of those who propose unfair agreements, and learn from your mistakes.
By CHRISTOPHER SMART, A.M
It is wise to consider the potential consequences of one's actions and to understand one's own limit...
CAILLAGH-NY-FAASHAGH, OR THE PROPHET WIZARD
CHANTICLEER
Beware of flattery, for it can lead to your downfall; always keep your wits about you and do not spe...
CHICKEN-DIDDLE
Do not believe everything you hear, and always investigate claims before acting on them, especially ...
CHICKEN-LICKEN
Do not believe everything you hear, and be wary of strangers offering help, especially when in a sta...
CONCEPCIÓN ARENAL
True understanding comes from processing information, not just consuming it, and the criticism of a ...
Csalafinta rókakölyke
Greed and treachery ultimately lead to one's downfall, and even the small and weak can overcome the ...
DER DANKBARE FUCHS
A clever mind and a grateful heart can overcome humble beginnings and achieve great things.
DER FUCHS UND DIE TROMMEL
Do not be deceived by outward appearances or loud boasts, for they often hide emptiness.
DER JÄGER, DER FUCHS UND DER LEOPARD
Greed and recklessness lead to ruin, while caution and contentment ensure safety.
DER KAMELREITER UND DIE SCHLANGE
Do not expect good from those inherently evil, and sometimes, wisdom is required to overcome malice.
DER LÖWE UND DAS SCHAF
Those in power will always find a pretext to harm the vulnerable when it suits their needs, and fals...
DER WOLF, DER HASE UND DER FUCHS
Those who live by deception often fall victim to it, and the truly cunning can outwit even the most ...
DIE FRAU UND DER TIGER
Cunning and quick wit can overcome brute strength and danger.
Der Hahn und der Fuchs
Beware of flattery, for it often hides malicious intent. True wisdom lies in recognizing deceit and ...
Der Hase und der Fuchs
Those who deceive others for selfish gain may find themselves outsmarted and suffer a fitting conseq...
Der Hase und der Fuchs
Those who deceive others for their own gain may find themselves outsmarted and suffer a worse fate.
Der alte Zauberer und seine Kinder
With cleverness and courage, even the weakest can overcome powerful adversaries.
Drakesbill and His Friends
Even the smallest and most underestimated can achieve great things and bring justice, especially wit...
Drakestail
Even the smallest and seemingly weakest can achieve great things through cleverness and the help of ...
ELÄINTEN OLYMPIALAISET
True leadership requires more than just strength; it demands wisdom, fairness, and the ability to un...
ENCORE UNE RÉVOLUTION
Revolutions often fail to deliver true change, merely replacing one set of self-serving leaders with...
ENGLISH-GYPSY STORIES
Truth and innocence will ultimately prevail over deceit and cruelty.
ENSI OSA
Cunning and trickery, though often successful, can lead to misfortune for the gullible.
FABLE CV
Knaves can always find reasons for justifying their own conduct, and condemning that of others.
FABLE I
A rogue will give up the best friend he has to get out of a scrape; so that we ought to know what a ...
FABLE IV
Do not attempt to cure others of infirmities or faults that you yourself possess, as your own condit...
FABLE LI
A guilty conscience will betray itself, even when unaccused.
FABLE LI
Always consider the true nature of a proposal and use reason before complying, as blind conformity c...
FABLE LIII
Haughty beauty is an ungraceful thing; true beauty is found in modesty and inner qualities.
FABLE LIV
Boasting about false or exaggerated bravery often leads to public humiliation and the revelation of ...
FABLE LVIII
True worth and lasting admiration come from inner qualities and wisdom, not from superficial outward...
FABLE LX
Always consider the source and motives of advice before following it, especially if the advisor is k...
FABLE LXIX
Do not be too quick to believe threats or promises, especially when made in jest or desperation.
FABLE LXIX
When fools quarrel, knaves get the prize of contention.
FABLE LXVI
Do not be swayed by those who try to convince you to adopt their misfortunes as fashion, especially ...
FABLE LXVII
Those who love flattery are easily deceived and will likely suffer for their vanity.
FABLE LXX
Some men make light of that which is out of their reach, though at the same time in their hearts the...
FABLE LXXII
When rogues are met with their own cunning, they are generally defeated. The snares of the wicked ca...
FABLE LXXXV
Treat others as you would like to be treated, for those who play tricks on others may find themselve...
FABLE LXXXVI
Mere expressions of pity, without a desire or attempt to alleviate suffering, are a mockery. He that...
FABLE VI
It is common for men to wish others reduced to their own level, and we ought to guard against such a...
FABLE VII
When you hear a rogue praised, be certain some mischief is intended, especially if it comes from ano...
FABLE VII
Do not show compassion to those who are wicked and have brought misfortune upon themselves through t...
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