The Clever Shepherd

 

"The Clever Shepherd"

In a peaceful Ethiopian village nestled among green hills, there lived a shepherd named Tadele. Tadele was known for his intelligence and quick thinking. One day, while tending to his flock, he encountered a group of mischievous monkeys that would frequently steal his fruits and disrupt his peaceful days.

Determined to find a solution, Tadele devised a plan. He collected a bundle of sticks and tied them together, creating a dummy that resembled a person. Tadele strategically placed the dummy near the fruit trees and hid nearby, observing from a distance.

As expected, the monkeys came down from the trees and approached the dummy cautiously. They chattered among themselves, unsure whether it was a real person or not. Seeing their hesitation, Tadele decided to put his plan into action.

He shouted, pretending to be the dummy, "Stay away, you mischievous monkeys! I am the guardian of these fruits, and I will not allow any theft!"

The monkeys, startled by the sudden voice, scampered away in fear, believing that the dummy had come to life. From that day forward, the monkeys stayed away from Tadele's fruits, fearful of encountering the "guardian."

Word of Tadele's cleverness spread throughout the village, and he became renowned as "The Clever Shepherd." People sought his advice and marveled at his ability to outsmart the mischievous monkeys.

Tadele's wisdom and ingenuity were admired by all, and he used his intelligence to solve other problems in the village as well. He became a respected figure, and his stories were passed down from generation to generation, inspiring others to think creatively and find solutions to their own challenges.

"The Clever Shepherd" teaches us the power of wit and resourcefulness in overcoming obstacles. It highlights the importance of thinking outside the box, using our intelligence to solve problems, and finding creative solutions that benefit not only ourselves but also our communities.