Panchatantra
This section consists of famous Indian stories quite similar to the Aesop's Fables,
also based on the Animal Kingdom, but with an Indian context, and make for some
fun readings.
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Jataka Tales
The Hindu's believe in reincarnation, i.e. life after death. The Bodhisattva, or
the Buddha came in many forms - man, elephant, dear etc. The Jataka tales are his
life stories as various life forms, spreading the message of justice. These tales
will show you how good ultimately triumphs over evil.
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