The Doctor and his Patient
One day, a Patient went to a Doctor complaining of severe stomachache. The Doctor examined the Patient and told him that the cause of his illness was excessive drinking …
Aesop’s Fables Archive
Philomel and Progne
Philomel and Progne were sisters. However, once, a man hurt Philomel, thus, she was scared of men. The two sisters were so beautiful and intelligent that one day, a …
The Bird Catcher and the Lark
One day, a Bird Catcher was setting traps upon a meadow. A beautiful Lark sat on a tree and watched him from a distance. The Lark became curious and …
The Sheep-Biter
There was a Shepherd who had a large flock of Sheep. The Shepherd also owned a Dog. He strongly believed that the Dog was very loyal. The Dog was, …
The Old Trout, the Young Trout and the Gudgeon
In the month of May, a Fisherman stood by the banks of a river. He carried a fishing rod and an artificial fly as his bait. He was very …
The Monster in the Sun
0nce, an Astronomer was observing the Sun through a telescope. While he was working, he was astonished by what he saw. A large portion of the Sun was covered …
The Lion and the Gnat
One afternoon, a Lion had just finished his meal and decided to take his afternoon nap. The Lion had just closed his eyes, when a Gnat saw him. Now, this Gnat, …
The Lion and the Elephant
Once, a Lion sat thinking by himself. He had sharp, strong claws and teeth and was a beast with immense strength. Yet, whenever he heard a Cock crowing, he …
Jupiter and the Animals
One fine day, God Jupiter was in a good mood. He asked all the animals to come before him. Then, he told them, “All of you look at your …
The Horse and the Hog
Once, a Hog was walking on a street. There, he met a Horse. They both started talking. The Horse said, “Hog, what do you do all the day?” The Hog …
The Partridge and the Cocks
A farmer found a Partridge in his fields and took it home. At home, he cut the wings of the Partridge and left him to live in the little yard …