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A girl unknowingly marries a lion who is under a spell. The story teaches that true love transcends external appearances and that courage can break curses.

Anansi, the spider, tricks his friends into cooking a pot of beans for him and then tries to hide it all for himself. He ends up dropping it and learning that greed can lead to loss and embarrassment.

The Sun and his wife, the Moon, used to live on earth. They invited the Sea to visit, but it overflowed their home, pushing them to the sky. The moral is about understanding limits and the consequences of ignoring them.

A boy receives a gourd that magically fills with food, but his brother's greed leads it to produce dangerous animals. It teaches the dangers of envy and greed.

A rabbit saves itself and other animals by outsmarting a ferocious lion, who eventually falls into a trap. It conveys that wisdom is more powerful than physical strength.

A man has a tree growing on his head, which turns out to be a blessing in disguise. It emphasizes the theme that appearances can be deceiving, and we should look for hidden blessings.

A crow can't reach the water at the bottom of a pitcher. It drops in pebbles until the water rises and he can drink, showing that resourcefulness can solve difficult problems.

The magical drum of a king brings prosperity but comes with a warning not to be greedy. The king's sons ignore the warning, leading to ruin. The moral is to heed warnings, especially regarding greed.

The tortoise's beautiful daughter attracts many suitors, but her father sets challenging tasks. A man with good intentions wins her hand, teaching that integrity and persistence are rewarded.

A king looking for a wife tests two sisters with different personalities. The kind sister is chosen, highlighting that kindness and humility triumph over jealousy and pride.

A brave woman outwits a ghost that has been terrorizing her village, showing that courage and cleverness can overcome even supernatural challenges.

A hunter spares a lion which later returns the favor, teaching reciprocity and that mercy can sometimes result in unexpected rewards.

An elephant helps an old friend but gets exploited for his kindness. He learns that not all help is appreciated and sometimes it's necessary to set boundaries.

A wise mother tests her two sons by feigning illness and asking for a hard-to-get fruit. The obedient son passes the test. It illustrates that filial piety and effort are greatly valued.

A snake charmer outwits a chief who tries to deceive him by teaching a valuable lesson on honesty and intelligence triumphing over deceit.

A hunter finds a talking skull and takes it to the king. The king's advisors are eventually exposed for their own falsehoods. The moral is that truth will eventually come to light.

A man makes a sculpture that is so lifelike that it comes to life. The story warns of the dangers of pride and the consequences of trying to rival the gods.

In this tale, the slow and steady tortoise wins a race against the overconfident hare. It teaches the value of perseverance and the dangers of arrogance.

The Wind and the Sun compete to see who can make a man take off his jacket. The sun's warmth, unlike the wind's bluster, succeeds, illustrating the power of gentleness over force.