Reading Notes, Origin Stories: The Moon

THE MAN ON THE MOON- This story is very short and simple, which is why I like it so much. It has a pretty basic story line, and serves a good lesson of, "be happy where you are, and be careful what you wish for."

he wanted to be something he wasn't, and was granted that wish. He kept changing who he wanted to be until his wish granter forced him to be what he chose forever.

THE HARE THAT WAS NOT AFRAID TO DIE- This story was a little hard to follow. However, I liked that it comes from a Buddhist background, and that it teaches to be selfless and giving. The hare was a virtuous being, and he was rewarded for his goodness.

he had to give what he had to the beggar, but he had nothing to give so he sacrificed himself.

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Bibliography: Eastern Stories and Legends by Marie L. Shedlock (1920).

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