The Fox and the Lion

The Fox and The Lion is a classic tale by Aesop that reflects on the fear of the unknown. It tells about a fox who had never seen a lion before. The first time the fox encounters a lion, he is absolutely terrified. However, as the fox continues to encounter the lion, his fear progressively lessens until he is no longer afraid. The moral emphasizes that familiarity can diminish fear.

• Children

								
A very young Fox, who had never before seen a Lion, happened to
meet one in the forest. A single look was enough to send the Fox
off at top speed for the nearest hiding place.

The second time the Fox saw the Lion he stopped behind a tree to
look at him a moment before slinking away. But the third time,
the Fox went boldly up to the Lion and, without turning a hair,
said, "Hello, there, old top."

Familiarity breeds contempt.

Acquaintance with evil blinds us to its dangers.
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