Greek Folk Tales
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60 stories found
A MAN BITTEN BY A DOG
Rewarding bad behavior only encourages more of it, and vice should always be met with punishment, no...
AFRICANS
ARABIAN ROMANCE
ARACHNE
Pride and challenging the gods' authority lead to dire consequences.
ARETHUSA
ARISTÆUS THE BEE-KEEPER
Actions have consequences, and seeking atonement can lead to restoration and new beginnings.
ATALANTA
Even the most independent and swift can be conquered by love and cleverness, especially when aided b...
Admetus
True friendship and selfless love can overcome even death.
Allwise the Dwarf
Promises made under duress or trickery may be circumvented by superior wit.
Androcles
Gratitude is the sign of noble souls, and kindness can be repaid in unexpected ways.
Atalanta the Huntress
The consequences of unchecked rage and vengeful actions can lead to tragic and irreversible outcomes...
BELLING THE CAT
What seems an easy plan may be hard to carry out, and some things are easier said than done.
BELLING THE CAT
It is easy to propose impossible remedies, but much harder to execute them.
BELLING THE CAT
It is one thing to suggest a solution, but quite another to implement it, especially when it involve...
BOOK THE SIXTH
BRAVE HÍRÁLÁLBÁSÁ
True evil will eventually be revealed and punished, while loyalty and perseverance are rewarded.
BRITTANY
Be cautious of promises made to supernatural beings, and do not boast about secret blessings.
Belling the Cat
It is easy to propose impossible remedies, but difficult to execute them.
By CHRISTOPHER SMART, A.M
It is wise to consider the potential consequences of one's actions and to understand one's own limit...
CELTS AND CYMRY
CERBERUS
CEYX AND HALCYONE
CLYTIE
Unrequited love, even when constant, does not guarantee reciprocation or kindness.
CONCLUSION
It does not matter if one is born in a duck-yard if one has lain in a swan's egg.
DWARFS
Treat supernatural beings with respect and humility, and they may reward you; disrespect or arroganc...
DWARFS OR TROLLS
Be cautious when encountering the supernatural, as even well-intentioned actions can have irreversib...
Daffydowndilly and the Golden Touch
Be careful what you wish for, as true happiness lies not in material wealth but in love and the simp...
EASTERN EUROPE
ECHO AND NARCISSUS
Excessive vanity and self-love can lead to one's own destruction and prevent genuine connection with...
EDDAS AND SAGAS
ELÄINTEN OLYMPIALAISET
True leadership requires more than just strength; it demands wisdom, fairness, and the ability to un...
ENDYMION
ENGLAND
EROS AND PSYCHE
True love can overcome any obstacle, even the wrath of gods, and curiosity can lead to great sufferi...
FABLE C
Refusing to help others, especially those in need, often leads to greater burdens and suffering for ...
FABLE CI
Even in the direst circumstances, the natural human instinct is to cling to life, and the fear of de...
FABLE CII
It is beneath a person of honor and strength to engage in conflict with an inferior or foolish indiv...
FABLE CIII
Revenge, though destructive, can be a powerful motivator and a source of grim satisfaction, even in ...
FABLE CIV
In choosing leaders, prioritize capability and wisdom over superficial charm and outward appearance.
FABLE CIX
Blind passion, especially in marriage, can lead to vulnerability and ruin if one gives up their powe...
FABLE CV
Records and arguments written by one side are inherently biased and do not represent the full truth.
FABLE CVI
What we often despise as our weakness may be our greatest strength, and what we pride ourselves on m...
FABLE CVII
Nobody looks after a man's affairs so well as he himself, as servants often lack the true interest o...
FABLE CVIII
One good turn deserves another, and gratitude is a fundamental virtue that should be universally pra...
FABLE CX
Do not make promises you cannot keep, especially when dealing with powerful individuals, as the cons...
FABLE I
Things are only valuable to those who can appreciate their true worth and utility; ignorance often l...
FABLE II
When a cruel and powerful individual desires to harm a weaker one, they will always find or invent a...
FABLE III
United we stand, divided we fall; friendships and alliances are crucial for well-being and should no...
FABLE IV
Do not attempt to cure others of infirmities or faults that you yourself possess, as your own condit...
FABLE IX
Never give up the very essence and basis of your safety and well-being, especially when dealing with...
FABLE L
Do not expect gratitude or change from those whose nature is inherently malicious, and be careful wh...
FABLE LI
Always consider the true nature of a proposal and use reason before complying, as blind conformity c...
FABLE LII
An idle life of luxury often leads to a tragic end, while a laborious and humble existence, though s...
FABLE LIII
Heaven helps those who help themselves, and prayer is only effective when combined with diligent eff...
FABLE LIV
All parts of a system, even those that seem idle, are essential for the well-being and survival of t...
FABLE LIX
A notorious liar will not be believed even when speaking the truth, leading to dire consequences.
FABLE LV
It is permissible to use cunning to defeat a deceiver who intends harm.
FABLE LVI
One's reputation is tainted by the company one keeps, regardless of individual innocence.
FABLE LVII
When a wicked person in power desires something, no amount of innocence, merit, or reason will prote...
FABLE LVIII
True worth and lasting admiration come from inner qualities and wisdom, not from superficial outward...
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