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The last lesson a cat’s wisdom for the lion you could use

The taught him everything-except the one thing that saved her

By New stAr writer Published 6 months ago 3 min read

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Story: The Cat, Teacher of the Lion

Once upon a time, in a dense forest, many animals lived together—elephants, deer, monkeys, leopards, and above all, the king of the jungle: the lion. The lion was known far and wide for his strength and authority. But there was one thing that puzzled everyone: the lion was often seen in the company of a small cat.

This cat, small, quiet, and ordinary-looking, was named Bijji the Cat. But the elders of the jungle knew that she was no ordinary feline. She was, in fact, the lion’s teacher.

The Childhood Days

When the lion was young, he was strong, but foolish. He always dreamed of fighting, showing off his power, and dominating others. One day, while play-hunting, he wandered near a tree where Bijji the Cat lived. She stayed in the hollow of an old tree and was known as one of the wisest creatures in the forest.

When the lion saw her, he laughed.

“What can a little thing like you possibly teach me? You wouldn’t survive a single strike of my paw!”

Bijji the Cat calmly replied,

“Strength is important, but strength without wisdom can destroy you.”

The lion was taken aback by the seriousness in her voice. From that day forward, he began visiting her often. Bijji began to teach him the art of patience, the secrets of stealth, and most importantly, when to attack—and when to walk away.

Years of Training

Bijji taught the lion how to observe, how to calculate risk, how to wait for the perfect moment. She taught him that true leadership is not just about roaring loudly or winning fights—it is about wisdom, restraint, and responsibility.

She also warned him,

“Every battle is not worth fighting, and not every victory is won with claws.”

The young lion slowly started to change. From a proud and reckless cub, he began turning into a thoughtful and strategic leader.

The Lion’s Test

One day, a fierce cheetah entered the jungle. He was wild and aggressive, attacking animals, stealing their food, and openly challenging the lion’s authority. The whole jungle lived in fear.

The lion decided to confront him. But this time, he didn’t rush in blindly. He remembered Bijji’s teachings. He started observing the cheetah—how he moved, when he rested, and his patterns. The lion noticed something: the cheetah had a weakness. He became angry easily and only focused on attacking, not defending.

The lion devised a plan. He invited the cheetah to a fight in an area filled with bushes and trees. When the battle began, the lion didn’t attack straight away. Instead, he led the cheetah into the thorns, let him exhaust himself, and when the time was right—one swift, calculated strike was enough to defeat him.

The jungle animals were amazed. They had never seen such cleverness combined with power.

The Lion’s Acknowledgment

After the battle, the lion gathered all the animals and said:

“If today I am worthy of being called your true king, it is because of Bijji the Cat. She is my teacher. Everything I know, I learned from her.”

Bijji, who was sitting quietly under the shade of a tree, smiled. That moment was her true victory.

The Legacy

Time passed, and the story of the lion and his teacher became legendary. Other animals, inspired by the lion’s humility and Bijji’s wisdom, also began learning from her. She was no longer just the teacher of the lion—she became the teacher of the entire jungle.

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Moral of the Story

Wisdom and experience are far more powerful than mere strength.

Never judge someone by their appearance. Even a small cat can teach a mighty lion.

True leadership begins with the willingness to learn.

Respect your teachers—they are the ones who guide you toward greatness.

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