Have you ever overlooked someone? Have you ever thought you had a sure victory only to be left in the dust by a surprise champion? That story is told in the iconic Indonesian fable of Si Kancil and Kura-Kura, and it has more twists and turns than a winding forest journey.
This isn’t just a story about an unexpected race. It’s a timeless story about perseverance, humility, and the dangers of judging a book by its cover (or a tortoise by its slow pace). So, fellow story-seekers, buckle up and get ready for the world of Si Kancil and Kura-Kura. We’ll learn valuable lessons about sportsmanship, and the importance of steady progress. Are you ready for this?” Let’s get started!
Cerita Si Kancil dan Kura-Kura
Once upon a time, there was a very clever mouse deer named Kancil. He regularly claims about his speed to other animals. The mouse deer once met a turtle who was walking very slowly. Kancil also challenged the turtle to a race. The turtle, who was not arrogant, accepted the challenge.
The running race started. The mouse deer rushed away, leaving the turtle to walk slowly. Kancil was confident that he was going to win this competition.
On the way, the mouse deer found a shady tree. He decided to take a break under the tree. He was confident that the turtle would never catch up with him.
The turtle walked patiently until he arrived at the tree. He noticed a mouse deer sleeping just below a tree. The turtle continued on his way, passing the sleeping deer.
When the mouse deer awoke, he was shocked to find the turtle already at the finish line. The turtle won the running competition.
Kancil realized he had been mistaken because he had underestimated the turtle. He also learned not to be arrogant and to respect the abilities of others.
Moral –
The moral of this story is that we should not judge others based on their differences from us. Each person’s strengths and weaknesses must be respected.
The checkered flag has flown, and Kura-Kura is our winner. The true finish line of this story, however, isn’t just about who crossed first. It’s about the lessons we take away after the race.
So, the next time you face a difficult task or find yourself tempted to underestimate someone, remember the mighty muskmelon race. Remember that true victory is found not only in crossing the finish line first, but also in the lessons learned, friendships formed, and humility gained along the way. May Si Kancil and Kura-Kura’s spirit inspire you to run your own race with unwavering determination and an open heart to unexpected friendships.