Senaka, king of Benares, protects a snake under attack. The snake offers the king a secret spell that allows him to understand the speech of animals. This gift, however, comes with a price: if Senaka ever reveals the spell, he will die.
Having no heir, a king raises three birds as his children. To dispel the doubts of his people, the king asks the birds to demonstrate their wisdom, and all marvel at their teachings. Guided by the three wise birds' counsel, the king rules with fairness to all, and his people prosper.
Introducing the Mind to the Treasures the Body Offers
This is the third volume in the Kum Nye series, following Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga and The Joy of Being. These movements, postures and dance sequences are invigorating rather than soothing, designed to energize the body and to wake up consciousness. Step- by-step color photographs of the 75 exercises complement the accessible ......
A wealthy young child, moved by the misery of the poor in his country, sets out on a wondrous, challenging journey. After overcoming many dangers, he returns with the legendary gem that heals all ills.
Using a net, a hunter captures many birds. A wise quail shows the birds how, by cooperating, they can lift up the net and escape. Birds distracted by petty quarrels are easily trapped, but those able to set aside their differences live safely in peace.
Armed only with his love of truth, a young prince confronts a wild warrior, a half-lion who terrifies all with his uncontrollable anger. By his example, the brave boy changes the wild man's heart and helps to restore his noble nature.
A hunter pursuing a deer, falls from his horse and is trapped in a deep ravine. Seeing the hunter's plights, the deer risks his own life to carry him to safety. Grateful, the hunter respects the deer's wish that all forest creatures be safe from his arrows and resolves to become their protector.
The Story About the Difference Between Right and Wrong
Exiled from their father's kingdom, three princes travel to the high mountains of India. While bathing in a lotus-filled lake, two of them are captured by a monster. Demonstrating wisdom and compassion, the third prince saves his brothers and inspires the monster to change his ways.
Young men who are searching for a treasure beg a famous retired sea captain to accompany them, hoping his presence will bring good luck on their journey. The captain's help while they cross dangerous seas teaches them that wisdom and good actions are more reliable than hope and fascination.
