
The Tale of the Two Trees
By Ammu Sri

26 Jul, 2024

In a small village, two trees named Raja and Kama lived. They were planted on the same day and grew under the same sunshine and rainfall.

Raja was tall and strong. He was proud of his height and strength, believing it was solely due to his efforts. He often mocked Kama for being weaker and shorter.

Kama, on the other hand, was humble and kind. He knew that his growth was not just due to his efforts but also the nourishment he received from the soil, sun, and water.

One day, a fierce storm hit the village. The winds were strong, and the rain was heavy. The villagers took shelter, and the trees braced themselves.

Raja, confident in his strength, refused to bend or flex with the wind. He stood tall and rigid, trying to fight the storm with his might.

Kama, however, was different. He knew he couldn't fight the storm but could survive it. He bent and swayed with the wind, using his roots to anchor himself.

The storm raged on. Raja, refusing to bend, finally broke under the force of the storm. Kama, however, survived, swaying but unbroken.

When the storm passed, the villagers came out to assess the damage. Raja, once the village's pride, now lay broken and uprooted.

Kama, on the other hand, still stood tall. He was tired and battered, but he had survived the storm.

The villagers were surprised. The tree that they thought was strong had fallen, and the one they thought was weak had survived.

They realized that it wasn't just strength that mattered but also the ability to adapt and be flexible in the face of adversity.

The tale of Raja and Kama taught them a valuable lesson: pride and arrogance can lead to downfall, while humility and adaptability can help overcome life's challenges.