This story is based on a fable from one of the world's ancient works of literature, 'Mahabharata.’ The story is a perfect example of how greed and selfishness can lead to a total loss. It revolves around a cunning and greedy older man who believes that outliving everyone is the world’s greatest achievement. One day, he approaches the king and asks for half of the kingdom as a reward for his so-cal...
J. Webb - THE OLDER MAN'S GREED
THE OLDER MAN'S GREED
J. Webb
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This story is based on a fable from one of the world's ancient works of literature, 'Mahabharata.’ The story is a perfect example of how greed and selfishness can lead to a total loss. It revolves around a cunning and greedy older man who believes that outliving everyone is the world’s greatest achievement. One day, he approaches the king and asks for half of the kingdom as a reward for his so-called achievement. However, the wise minister of the king intervenes and gives him a fitting answer, highlighting the futility of his request and the importance of generosity and doing good deeds in one's life.