It was still dark in the morning when a man went out for a walk along the riverbank. After walking for a while, his foot struck a bag. Out of curiosity, he picked up the bag and put his hand inside, finding it filled with stones.
To pass the time, he sat down and started picking stones out of the bag, throwing them into the water one by one. As he held the last stone in his hand, the sunrise spread light around him.
In light, he saw that the stone was shining very brightly. As soon as he saw that stone, he was stunned because that was no ordinary stone but a precious jewel.
Seeing this, he started crying bitterly.
Looking at the last precious stone in his hands, he started cursing the darkness and was sitting mournfully on the bank of the river.
Just then a Mahatma who was passing by, saw him crying, Mahatma went to him and asked, “What happened?”
He told him what happened and how he had lost so many precious stones. Mahatma said, “Son, don’t be sad. You are still lucky that the sun rose before you threw the last stone, otherwise you would have lost even this stone. This one precious stone can still help you.
So, instead of crying over what has gone, you should be happy with what’s in your hand. Rejoice and strive for a brighter future and Thank God for what you still have.”
After hearing Mahatma’s words, he stopped crying and went home happily.
Flash: While taking a morning stroll along the riverbank, a man stumbles upon a bag filled with stones. As he absentmindedly tosses them into the water, he discovers a dazzling jewel among them, revealed by the morning light.
Moral: This tale reminds us that even in the mundane moments of life, unexpected treasures may emerge. It encourages us to approach each day with open eyes and a receptive heart, appreciating the small joys and unexpected blessings that surround us. By maintaining a positive outlook and embracing the present moment, we can find beauty and fulfillment in the most ordinary of circumstances.
"Even in the darkest dawn, treasures await those who seek them with an open heart."