The Brave Little Shepherd

    By محمد المالكي

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    28 Aug, 2024

    a painting of a boy with a stick in a field of sheep with mountains in the background and a mountain range in the distance, les automatistes, a storybook illustration, Brothers Hildebrandt, official art

    David, the youngest of seven brothers, was a shepherd boy. Every morning, he led his sheep to the meadow to graze.

    a painting of a boy with a stick and a sheep in a field with mountains in the background and clouds in the sky, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Brothers Hildebrandt, official art

    David was brave and kind. Despite being small, he was always ready to protect his sheep from any danger.

    a boy standing in front of a bear and two bears in a mountain landscape with a sunset in the background, furry art, a storybook illustration, Aaron Jasinski, comic cover art

    One evening, a giant bear named Goliath came down from the mountains. The sheep were scared and ran away.

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    David, though frightened, didn't run. He stood his ground, ready to protect his flock from Goliath.

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    David picked up five smooth stones from the brook and put them in his pouch. He took out his sling, ready to fight.

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    As Goliath charged, David slung a stone. It hit Goliath between the eyes, and the bear ran away in fear.

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    David's courage had saved his flock. He gathered his sheep and led them home, safe and sound.

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    That night, David thanked God for his safety and the safety of his sheep. He fell asleep, content and brave.