Truth

Once upon a time, in a small village nestled in the mountains, there lived a young boy named Krishna. Krishna was an adventurous and curious child, always eager to explore the wonders of the world. However, Krishna had one major flaw - he had a habit of lying. He would often tell fibs to his parents, friends, and even the village elders. His lies were small and insignificant at first, but as time went by, they became bigger and more frequent.

One day, while Krishna was out exploring the forest, he stumbled upon a magical cave. The cave was dark and foreboding, but Krishna's curiosity got the better of him, and he ventured inside. As he walked deeper into the cave, he heard a faint voice calling out to him. He followed the voice, and soon he found himself in a large chamber, where he saw a beautiful crystal sitting on a pedestal. The crystal glowed with an ethereal light, and Krishna couldn't help but be mesmerized by it. The voice from earlier spoke again, "Krishna", if you wish to possess this crystal, you must first answer a question. What is the most important thing in the world?"

Krishna thought for a moment, and then he replied, "The most important thing in the world is wealth and power." The crystal dimmed and the voice spoke again, "Krishna, you are mistaken. The most important thing in the world is truth. Without truth, there can be no trust or respect. Without truth, there can be no love or friendship." The crystal shone brighter than before, and Krishna felt a warmth in his heart. He knew then, that the crystal was not just a simple rock, but a symbol of the importance of honesty and integrity.

Krishna realized that his lies had caused pain and hurt to those around him, and he felt guilty for his actions. He decided to return to the village and make amends for his mistakes. When he arrived, he confessed to his parents, friends and the village elders, about all the lies he had told. They were surprised and hurt, but also relieved that he had come clean. They forgave him and helped him to understand the importance of truth and integrity. Krishna apologized to everyone and promised never to lie again.

From that day on, Krishna kept his promise, and he became known in the village as a truthful and honest boy. People trusted him, and he was able to rebuild his relationships with his family and friends. He also shared his experience with the crystal with the village, and they all learned the importance of truth in their lives.

Years passed, and Krishna grew into a wise and respected man. He always kept the crystal with him as a reminder of the valuable lesson it had taught him. He passed on the message of truth to the next generation, and the village became a beacon of honesty and integrity.

Moral: Truth is the foundation of all things good. It is important to always tell the truth, even when it may be hard or uncomfortable. Lying only leads to hurt and mistrust, while honesty and integrity earn the respect, trust and love of others.