Introduction
Fables, short stories with strong morals are those that stand the test of time. The Kite and the Dove is one of those stories, a provocative fable, which will teach us about the power of greed, consequences, and wisdom. Being brief and direct, the story makes a strong impact on children and adults alike.
This blog will take you through the entire story of the kite and the dove, how it is relevant, and what life lessons it can bring to our daily lives.
The Story of the Kite and the Dove
One day there was a kite in a distant rural area. A kite was a powerful bird of prey, which could never pass on a chance to find its food. It frequently flew miles above the fields, pacing smaller birds and animals, waiting to strike.
On a day, as he was flying with his kite over a green field, the kite had seen a gentle dove. The dove was pecking some grains in peace without knowing that there was a danger above it. The kite at once conceived a plan of getting the dove.
The kite was calling to the dove:
Dear dove, what a waste of time you make of pecking at grains? Follow me and I shall provide you a better life. You will be able to live with the great birds and have more food and a bigger time to fly.
The dove was an innocent, trusting bird and he heard the sweet words of the kite. She believed,--the kite must be right. Perhaps I would lead a superior life should I lead him.
The dove accepted the promises of the kite. She flew out, and started after the kite.
And very soon the kite came around and grabbed the poor dove in his sharp claws. The dove fought on, and saw her realization too late that she was outwitted. Just to become his prey, the kite had simply got her caught in lies.
Moral of the Story
The Kite and the Dove has a lesson that is direct and straight forward:
Caution under false pretences. Blind trust and greed may be dangerous.
Life Lessons from the Kite and the Dove
We learn eternal lessons in this fable:
Don't trust everyone blindly. The dove was innocent, and her innocence caused her death because she was not careful.
Bad intentions may be wrapped in sweet words. Someone may talk in a nice manner, but that does not imply that he or she cares about them.
Greed can blind judgment. In the pursuit of fake dreams, the dove lost her life as she sought to get a better life.
Wisdom is safety. Making a wise decision by thinking will save us.
Modern Relevance of the Story
Although this is an ancient parable the message is very pertinent in the modern world. Frauds, phony deals and promises usually mislead people. Similar to the dove, most people trust without question and suffer, but then they are in trouble.
We should always learn to be on our guard, whether in business, relationships or in everyday life. Not all people who say nice words, or give something nice, do so with the right intentions.
The story is also able to teach children the lesson of being critical and cautious about picking their friends.
Conclusion
The Kite and the Dove is not only a short fable. It is an everlasting lesson that one should not be blinded by trust and greed because it may cause harm. The dove was the woman who had to pay the price of her innocence and the kite revealed the truth about selfishness and lies.
The second lesson that the dove can teach you the next time you encounter an attractive offer, or a tempting promise is to never trust before you think. The wisdom is in taking care and not to blindly adhere to sweet words.
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