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The Gita is replete with spiritual wisdom. However, it does not appeal to many people, especially children, who fail to understand the meaning and essence of its shlokas. This audiobook strives to get across the meaning of key shlokas from the Gita by presenting them with appropriate stories. The stories have been carefully selected from ancient scriptures, Puranas, epics and folklore, and are accompanied by eye-catching illustrations.

Author and painter Mark McGinnis has collected over 40 of these hallowed popular tales and retold them in vividly poetic yet accessible language, their original Buddhist messages firmly intact.

A wise swan teaches others the value of thinking ahead in this thoughtful story about planning and foresight, along with other insightful tales.

Birbal was a minister in the court of the Mughal Emperor Akbar and one of the members of his inner council of nine advisors. He was famous for his sharp intellect and a keen sense of humour. The stories of Akbar and Birbal are very popular among children and adults alike and form an indispensable part of the Indian folklore.

यह कहानियाँ प्राचीन भारतीय लोक कथाओं से प्रेरणा लेकर जीवन के महत्वपूर्ण सबक सिखाती हैं, जो बुद्धिमानी और विचारशीलता को दर्शाती हैं।

From the magical mountains and valleys of Tibet, these Buddhist-themed folk tales for kids offer a captivating view into the lore and wisdom of Tibetan culture and tradition. Buddhism and its profound effect on Tibet's people and culture is reflected in these stories, each of which is imbued with life lessons for all ages. Threaded through these tales are the teachings of the Buddha and the special quality and relationship that Tibetans have with the mountains, trees, rocks, rivers, and sky.

The Gita presents the teachings of Lord Krishna to Arjuna on the battlefield, offering timeless insights into duty, righteousness, and spiritual wisdom.

Elephants, symbols of wisdom and strength, are the stars of these stories, each tale emphasizing courage, loyalty, and the power of gentle giants.

Saraswati, the goddess of wisdom, learning, and the arts, inspires creativity and knowledge. This tale captures her significance and her blessings.

These tales share timeless wisdom from Indian folklore, imparting life lessons and thoughtful insights through simple yet profound stories.

In this classic story, a gullible Brahmin learns the importance of thinking for oneself, as he is tricked by deceitful animals. A tale of wit and caution.

World Tales of Wisdom and Wonder is a collection of folktales told in a weave of poetry, prose, original melody, and guitar. Drawn from cultures around the globe, these colorful tales offer a leap into fantasy and some homespun wisdom passed down through the oral tradition.

Join Prince Rama on his journey with the sage Vishwamitra, where he learns invaluable lessons, faces challenges, and gains wisdom essential for his destiny.

This Panchatantra tale explores the rivalry between crows and owls, illustrating the tactics of war, alliances, and wisdom found in these classic fables.

These cunning jackal stories offer a mix of wit and wisdom, where the cleverness of the jackal brings out life lessons in unexpected ways.

This mystical tale introduces a magic chant that grants special powers, illustrating the power of words and the importance of using them wisely.

"The Dullard" narrates the story of a simple-minded character whose actions reveal surprising insights and wisdom, reminding readers of the value of humility.

Slow but steady Turtle exhibits wisdom, perseverance, and cunning in these world folktales. Full of adventure that's sure to captivate young listeners, these tales hold meaning for all ages. Turtle is alive with possibilities. Living on land and in the water and breathing air, Turtle joins these three elements of creation, becoming symbolic of the earth itself. Always clever, always wise, and ever patient, Turtle never fails to find humor in any situation.

Blodin the beast stalks the land, breathing fire and reducing villages to ruins. Who or what can end his tyranny? Only wise old Shanga, weaving his strange carpet, knows how to destroy the monster, but he is too old to cross the mountains that never end. Read by Harry Man. Blodin the beast...

From the heart of the Appalachian Mountains come these folktales and folk rhymes for young children. In this recording of timeless children's tales, Davis, one of our most gifted storytellers, weaves for a new generation the same tales his grandmother told him as he sat in her lap so many years ago.