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The Bowman and Lion

In this entertaining moral story, a skilled bowman ventures into the mountains, striking fear into the hearts of all animals except for a brave lion. When the bowman shoots an arrow, declaring it a mere messenger of his true power, the lion, terrified by the attack, realizes that if such a fearsome threat can come from a distance, he cannot withstand the man himself. This quick read story imparts a valuable lesson for students about the dangers of underestimating those who can strike from afar.

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The Bowman and Lion - Aesop's Fable illustration about courage, fear, the power of perception
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Reveal Moral

"The moral of the story is to be cautious of those who possess the ability to harm from afar, as their power can instill fear even before they make direct contact."

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Quick Facts

Age Group
adult
kids
children
story for class 4
story for class 5
story for class 6
story for class 7
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Theme
courage
fear
the power of perception
Characters
Bowman
Lion
Fox

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