Here are some enlightening short stories filled with valuable lessons to refresh your soul, transform your fear into hope and trust, fill your mind and heart with positivity and inspire you to create something beautiful out of your life.
Once, Lord Buddha was meditating in a forest by the riverbank. Nearby was a Gurukul (ancient Indian school) where a sage was teaching his disciples. By chance, Sage saw Buddha and walked over to him. In the presence of Buddha, Sage humbly asked, “Gurudev, can one achieve something through worship and rituals?” Buddha smiled and … Read more
It was 2:30 in the night. A wealthy man couldn’t sleep. He kept pacing around his house but still couldn’t find peace. Finally, tired, he went downstairs, took out his car, and drove onto the city streets. On the way, he saw a temple and thought, “Let me sit for a while near God. If … Read more
Once upon a time, there was a man who had a very beautiful horse. The horse was so rare and valuable that even emperors wished to buy it—no matter the price. But the old man always refused. One morning, it was discovered that the horse had been stolen. Entire village gathered, expressing sorrow, “What a … Read more
A young man whose life was filled with hustle and stress. Office pressure, traffic chaos, and increasing responsibilities had left him restless. He had trouble sleeping, his body always felt fatigued, and his mind was constantly unsettled. One day, while scrolling the internet, he came across a strange story – Whoever goes to a special … Read more
One day, a young man, burdened by stress and failure, went to a wise sage. He said, “Life feels too heavy. Nothing goes right, people don’t understand me, and my mind is always restless. I don’t know what to do.” Sage smiled gently and said, “Come, let’s have a cup of tea first.” He boiled … Read more
Once upon a time, a young man distressed by poverty went to a river intending to end his life. There he met a sage who stopped him and asked why he was so troubled. Young man shared his entire story. After listening carefully, Sage said, “I have a magical skill that can create an enchanted … Read more
It was a hot summer day. In the jungle, a hyena was suffering from intense thirst, wandering here and there in search of water. While roaming, he spotted a river in the distance. From afar, the river seemed to have little water, but still, he ran and quickly quenched his thirst. After drinking to his … Read more
Once in a village, there lived a potter and his wife. The potter earned his living by making and selling clay pots, supporting his family with this humble work. He was a kind, calm, and patient man. However, his wife was very short-tempered. She would get angry over the smallest of things. She didn’t understand … Read more
There was a devotee who had immense faith in God. With great love and devotion, he used to serve God every day. One day he said to God, “I worship you so much, but I have never truly felt your presence. I don’t ask for your vision but at least give me some experience that … Read more
In ancient times, there lived a wealthy couple – prosperous, but without children. They owned a cow and the responsibility of caring for it – feeding it fodder and giving it water, was sincerely and faithfully carried out by a servant named Ramu. The cow was well looked after. Twice a day, Ramu would milk … Read more