The Story of the Shepherd Boy

The Story of the Shepherd Boy

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In the heart of the captivating rolling fields, dwelt a shepherd boy. His existence was mostly pure, simple yet virtuous. His main role was mainly to look after his herd of ewes.

Their gentle baas and the rustling of the breezes among the single tree on the peak were his main companions. Day in day, guarding his wards instilled in him a notion of tranquil contentment.

Yet, there were occasional moments of isolation, when the shepherd boy would pine for company. During one such occasion because of sheer monotony, the shepherd boy conceived a troublesome scheme.

Tales of wolves preying on sheep had been heard times and again in the village. So, the boy opted to used this fear and played a joke on the villagers.

One afternoon he dashed into the village shouting “Wolf! There website is a wolf preying on my sheep!” The scared villagers rushed up the hills to help but discovered no wolf.

The boy laughed at the confusion on their faces. This trick continued for a few more days. But, one noon, a real wolf actually charge at the flock. The shepherd boy dashed for aid shouting “Wolf, Wolf!” But this time, no one showed up.

Frustrated and alone, the boy fought against the wolf but managed to rescue only few of his flock. Devastated, he returned to the village only to receive a reprimand on honesty and the consequences of dishonesty.

The story of this shepherd boy has been transmitted generations as a mediaeval parable to teaching the significance of honesty, the consequences of lying and the perils of crying wolf. Moreover, it emphasizes how trust once broken, is hard to reclaim. It's a story as appropriate today as it was anciently.

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