Narrative of the Young Shepherd

Narrative of the Young Shepherd

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At the center of the mesmerizing rolling hills, dwelt a boy named Shepherd. His being was essentially pure, and unsophisticated. His only responsibility was to look after his flock of rams.

Their low murmuring and the murmuring of the gales across the single tree on the hilltop were his main companions. Day after day, guarding his wards instilled in him a feeling of tranquil contentment.

Yet, there were at times moments of loneliness, when the shepherd boy would yearn for fellowship. On one such day because of sheer boredom, the shepherd boy conceived a mischievous scheme.

Narratives of wild beasts prowling on sheep had long been circulating in the town. So, the boy opted to exploit this fear and played a trick on the townsfolk.

One morning he dashed into the village shouting “Wolf! There is a wolf attacking my sheep!” The terrified villagers ran up the hills for rescue but saw no beast.

The boy laughed at the confusion on their faces. This game continued for a few days more. Yet, one morning, a real wolf actually attack the grazing sheep. The shepherd boy raced for aid shouting “Wolf, Wolf!” But this time, no one showed up.

Frustrated and alone, the boy fought against the wolf but could rescue only few of his flock. Heartbroken, he returned to the village only to receive a reprimand on honesty and the consequences of dishonesty.

The website story of this shepherd boy has been passed down generations as a mediaeval parable for teaching the importance of honesty, the consequences of lying and the risks of crying wolf. Moreover, it highlights how trust once lost, is hard to earn back. It's a story as pertinent today as it was in the past.

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