Narrative of the Young Shepherd

Narrative of the Young Shepherd

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At the center of the mesmerizing rolling fields, resided a boy named Shepherd. His life was mostly untarnished, simple yet virtuous. His main role was mainly to care for his herd of ewes.

Their gentle baas and the rustling of the breezes through the lone tree on the hilltop were his constant associates. Day upon day, watching over his responsibilities inculcated in him a feeling of calm satisfaction.

But, there were at times moments of solitude, when the shepherd boy would yearn for companionship. During one such occasion because of read more sheer monotony, the shepherd boy orchestrated a mischievous plot.

Tales of predators prowling on sheep had long been circulating in the village. So, the boy decided to exploit this fear and played a trick on the townsfolk.

One morning he raced into the village shouting “Wolf! There is a wolf attacking my sheep!” The terrified villagers rushed up the hills to offer assistance but discovered no beast.

The boy chuckled at the dilemma on their faces. This prank continued for a few more days. However, one noon, a real wolf actually charge at the flock. The shepherd boy ran for help, shouting “Wolf, Wolf!” But this time, no one showed up.

Frustrated and alone, the boy fought against the wolf but managed to protect only few of his flock. Heartbroken, he returned to the town only to receive a lesson on honesty and the repercussions of false alarms.

The story of this shepherd boy has been transmitted generations as a mediaeval parable for teaching the importance of honesty, the implications of dishonesty and the dangers of crying wolf. Moreover, it emphasizes how trust once broken, is tough to reclaim. It's a story as appropriate today as it was in the past.

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