Narrative of the Young Shepherd

Narrative of the Young Shepherd

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At the center of the captivating rolling meadows, dwelt a boy named Shepherd. His being was mostly pure, simple yet virtuous. His only responsibility was mainly to tend to his herd of sheep.

Their gentle baas and the whispering of the wind across the single tree on the hilltop were his main co-dwellers. Day upon day, looking out for his responsibilities instilled in him a notion of tranquil contentment.

But, there were at times moments of loneliness, when the shepherd boy would pine for fellowship. During one such occasion because of sheer tedium, the shepherd boy conceived a naughty plan.

Stories of wolves hunting on sheep had been heard get more info times and again in the hamlet. So, the boy decided to leveraged this fear and played a prank on the inhabitants.

One afternoon he dashed into the village shouting “Wolf! There is a wolf that has taken my sheep!” The frightened villagers ran up the hills to offer assistance but found no wolf.

The boy chuckled at the dilemma on their faces. This prank continued for a couple of more days. However, one noon, a real wolf did come to prey the flock. The shepherd boy dashed for aid screaming “Wolf, Wolf!” But this time, no one showed up.

Frustrated and alone, the boy struggled against the wolf but could rescue only few of his sheep. Heartbroken, he returned to the village only to receive a lesson on honesty and the repercussions of dishonesty.

The story of this shepherd boy has been passed down generations as a mediaeval parable for teaching the importance of honesty, the consequences of lying and the risks of false alarms. Moreover, it emphasizes how trust once broken, is tough to earn back. It's a story as relevant today as it was in the past.

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