The lion, as the King of Beasts,
Roared from the royal cave.
He wished to see his subject folk,
Since he was near the grave,
Hoping to give his last commands
To rule the true and brave.
Tag: misfortunes
The Eagle and the Arrow – AESOP’S FABLES (nothing goes nearer a man in his misfortunes, then to find himself undone by his own folly, what a great irony!)
A bowman, taking careful aim,
Had brought an eagle low,
Who, as he fluttered earthward, came
To learn what caused his woe.
THE LION, THE FOX AND THE JACKAL – AESOP’S FABLES (learn from the misfortunes of others)
The lion, fox and jackal went
Upon a hunting spree.
And in their bag they caught a stag
Quite large enough for three.