Narrative of the Young Shepherd

Narrative of the Young Shepherd

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In the heart of the enchanting rolling fields, dwelt a young shepherd. His life was essentially pure, simple yet virtuous. His main role was mainly to care for his flock of rams.

Their low murmuring and the murmuring of the wind among the solo tree on the hilltop were his only associates. Day after day, looking out for his responsibilities inculcated in him a feeling of quiet fulfillment.

But, there were at times moments of solitude, when the shepherd boy would yearn for fellowship. In one such instance from sheer monotony, the shepherd boy conceived a troublesome scheme.

Stories of predators preying on sheep had been around for a while in the village. So, the boy decided to exploit this fear and played a prank on the inhabitants.

One morning he dashed into the village yelling “Wolf! A wolf is attacking my sheep!” The terrified villagers ran up the hills to help but saw nothing threatening.

The boy chuckled at the puzzle on their faces. This game continued for a few days more. Yet, one noon, a real wolf actually attack the herd. The shepherd boy raced for aid shouting “Wolf, Wolf!” But this more info time, no one responded.

Frustrated and alone, the boy battled against the wolf but could rescue only few of his flock. Devastated, he returned to the village only to receive a lesson on honesty and the consequences of false alarms.

The story of this shepherd boy has been passed down generations as a mediaeval parable for teaching the significance of honesty, the consequences of lying and the perils of false alarms. Moreover, it highlights how trust once violated, is difficult to reclaim. It's a story as relevant today as it was anciently.

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