The Plane Tree Story
Two merchants rest under a plane tree and learn a lesson in gratitude. A short moral story reminding us to appreciate the simple blessings in life.Two merchants rest under a plane tree and learn a lesson in gratitude. A short moral story reminding us to appreciate the simple blessings in life.
Once upon a time, there lived two merchants. One day, they went to another country for trading. It was a hot, sunny summer day. They felt exhausted and wanted to take a rest. They saw a plane tree and sat under its shade.
One of the merchants looked at the branches and leaves of the tree and said, “Look at this tree! What a useless one. It has neither fruits nor nuts. Its wood is also useless.”
“I saved you from the hot sun. You are relaxing under my shade, and you are calling me useless?” replied the tree.
Moral: We should be grateful.