Reading Notes: Week 2 Anthology

The Cunning Crane and the Crab is a story found in Buddhist Jataka's collection. As I read through Jakata's stories, this one in particular peaked my interest. As I was reading, it was obvious that the crane was playing the fish and eventually all the fish would be eaten by the crane. The character in the story that took me by surprise was the crab. He is not mentioned until the end where he comes into play. I wonder what the crab witnessed throughout the beginning of the story when the crane was taking advantage of fish. I imagine the crab was a bystander to all the action that was happening with the fish. The crab had to have an idea of what the crane was doing and planned for the eventual death of the crane. I think the understanding deception and having to often pay for your wrongs is the most important theme and lesson that this story conveys.

Story Source: The Giant Crab, and Other Tales from Old India by W. H. D. Rouse.

(Jataka Tales; Source: Jataka)

The Foolish, Timid Rabbit is another story that I found rather interesting. In reading this story by Ellen C. Babbitt, it made me think about myself in the situation. The rabbit jumps to conclusions that the earth is breaking up due to hearing a loud noise and having the thought in his head. It also brings up the importance of listening to others, especially those who have higher power and authority.

Story Source: Jataka Tales by Ellen C. Babbitt.

(The timid rabbit riding the Lion's back to his sleeping place; Source:Jataka Tales)

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