Fable - The Mango Tree and the Two Parrots (Inspired by Proverb 13:2)
In
a sunlit village, there stood a tall mango tree heavy with sweet, golden fruit.
Two parrots lived among its branches—Mithu and Kalu.
Mithu
was gentle and thoughtful. Each morning, he greeted the rising sun with
cheerful songs and kind words for every creature who passed by. When other
birds came near, he shared the ripest mangoes without hesitation.
Kalu,
on the other hand, had a sharp tongue. He often mocked the sparrows, insulted
the crows, and boasted loudly about the tree as if it belonged only to him.
Though the mangoes were plentiful, he guarded them greedily, screeching at
anyone who came close.
One
day, a weary traveler rested beneath the tree. Hearing Mithu’s sweet voice, he
smiled and said, “What a delightful bird! His words are as refreshing as the
fruit above.” He picked a few fallen mangoes and blessed the tree before
leaving.
But
when Kalu began his usual harsh chatter, the traveler frowned. “Such bitterness
from such a beautiful place,” he muttered, and walked away without touching
another fruit.
As
days passed, birds and animals gathered joyfully around Mithu, drawn by his
kindness. They shared stories, laughter, and the tree’s fruit. Kalu, however,
found himself alone, his harsh words echoing back at him.
One
evening, hungry and ignored, Kalu watched Mithu surrounded by friends. He
realized that while both of them lived on the same tree, only Mithu truly
enjoyed its sweetness.
From
that day on, Kalu tried to soften his words. Slowly, he too began to taste the
joy that kind speech brings.
Moral:
Kind and thoughtful words bring goodness and satisfaction, but harsh and
deceitful speech leads to trouble.
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Reflection
Proverbs
13:2 teaches that the “fruit of our words” shapes our lives. In the fable,
Mithu’s kind speech creates a circle of joy, friendship, and abundance, while
Kalu’s harsh words isolate him. It’s a gentle reminder that words are not just
sounds—they carry power. They can nourish relationships like sweet fruit or
wound like thorns.
Take
a moment to consider:
What
kind of “fruit” do my words produce?
Do
people feel encouraged, safe, and valued when I speak?
Or
do my words sometimes create distance and hurt?
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Application
Living
out this proverb doesn’t require perfection—just intention. Small daily choices
in speech can make a lasting difference.
Speak
life: Choose words that encourage, uplift, and bring peace.
Pause
before speaking: Ask, “Will this help or harm?”
Replace
negativity: Turn complaints into gratitude, criticism into kindness.
Practice
consistency: Kind speech isn’t occasional—it becomes a habit over time.
Repair
quickly: If your words hurt someone, apologize and make it right.
Even
a simple kind word can change someone’s entire day—including your own.
Heavenly
Father,
Thank
You for the gift of words and the power they carry. Teach me to speak with
wisdom, kindness, and grace. Help me to pause before I speak, so that my words
may bring life, encouragement, and peace to others. Guard my tongue from
harshness and negativity, and shape my heart so that what comes out reflects
Your love. May my words be like good fruit—nourishing, uplifting, and pleasing
to You.
Amen.
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