Monday, November 3, 2014

Week 12 Reading Diary A: Jataka Tales, The Elephant and the Dog

Basically, the Elephant eats his food and gives his leftovers to the dog. Because they share food, they eat every meal together and become great friends. Soon, the dog is sold and the elephant becomes depressed. The elephant won't eat, bathe, or do anything productive. Then, the dog is bought back and the two live happily as friends. It's a simple and happy story!

I love the story because it hinges so much on friendship and the impact that a sense of community can have on a being, even a dog or elephant, and especially people!

Source: The Elephant and the Dog

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