Panchatantra Story: The Talking Cave

Today, I am going to tell you an amazing story called ‘The Talking Cave (Bolti Guffa).’ It’s a magical tale of a cave that can speak! Imagine a place filled with secrets and wonders. Follow along as we embark on an adventure to uncover the mysteries hidden within the cave’s walls. Get ready to be captivated by the enchanting stories that the cave has to share with us!

The Talking Cave: A Clever Jackal Outwits a Hungry Lion

Once upon a time, an old lion was feeling very weak and hungry. He couldn’t catch any food, not even the smallest animals! Tired and sad, he wondered what to do.

Then, he saw a cave. He thought, “Maybe there’s something yummy inside that I can eat!” But he didn’t know, the cave belonged to a very smart jackal.

The jackal saw the lion’s big paw prints and knew he was in danger. He didn’t panic though, he had a plan!

He stood outside the cave and talked to it in a loud voice, like they were friends. “Cave,” he said, “we have a deal. When I come back home, I’ll call your name. If you don’t answer, I’ll find another cave.”

The lion, hiding inside, thought the cave was really talking! He wanted to eat the jackal, so he growled in a friendly way, “Come in, jackal friend!”

But the jackal was too clever. “Silly lion,” he laughed, “caves can’t talk! You can’t fool me!” Then, he ran away as fast as he could.

The lion tried to catch him, but the jackal was much faster. The lion learned that day, even when you’re hungry, it’s important to stay calm and think smart, just like the clever jackal!

So, remember:

• Be calm and clever, even when things are tough.
• Don’t give up, even if you’re hungry or scared.
• Sometimes, a little bit of wit can save you from a big problem!

That’s the lesson from the Panchatantra tale, “The Talking Cave.”