The Wise King's Decision
Once upon a time, in a faraway kingdom, there lived a wise and just king. He was known for his ability to solve even the most complex problems with ease.
One day, two farmers came to the king seeking his wisdom. The first farmer claimed that his neighbor had stolen his cow, while the second farmer denied the accusation. The king listened attentively to both farmers' arguments, but could not determine who was telling the truth.
Unable to make a clear decision, the king asked a wise old sage for advice. The sage suggested that the king take the two farmers to a nearby lake. The sage said, "Whoever catches the fish that jumps out of the water first will be deemed the rightful owner of the cow."
The farmers agreed to the test, and the king led them to the lake. As they stood on the shore, a single fish jumped out of the water. The first farmer, being quick and agile, caught the fish first.
The king turned to the second farmer and asked, "Why did your neighbor catch the fish first if he didn't steal your cow?"
The second farmer replied, "My neighbor is not accustomed to catching fish. He is a cattleman. If he had truly stolen my cow, he would have been too afraid to approach the water for fear of his crime being discovered."
The king realized the truth in the second farmer's words. He declared that the cow belonged to the second farmer and punished the first farmer for falsely accusing his neighbor.
Wisdom: True wisdom often lies in observing the subtle details and considering the motivations behind actions. By looking beyond the surface, we can reach just and insightful conclusions.
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