Krishna story – Every day

A Careless WordA man insulted a sage and later regretted it. He came to Birbal for help in making amends. Birbal’s Instruction“Pluck a pillow and scatter the feathers in the…

A Tale from a TravelerA man claimed to have seen a tree that grew golden fruit. Many scoffed, but Akbar turned to Birbal. Birbal’s InterpretationHe said, “Every tree that bears…

A Child’s CreationA poor boy made a palace from sand outside the real palace gates and sat with a smile. Akbar asked what he was doing. The Child’s InnocenceHe said,…

An Eager MusicianA man brought a grand drum to court, boasting, “This drum plays without a drummer!” Intrigued, Akbar asked for a demonstration. The Silent TruthWhen nothing happened, the man…

A Silent GestureOne morning, Akbar entered court and found a pair of worn sandals on his throne. Furious, he demanded an explanation. Birbal’s MessageHe entered and bowed. “O King, those…

A Gift Gone MissingAkbar released a royal pigeon as a symbol of peace. Days later, the bird returned, ragged but alive. Birbal’s InsightHe said, “The bird flew with hope but…

A Gift Gone MissingAkbar released a royal pigeon as a symbol of peace. Days later, the bird returned, ragged but alive. Birbal’s InsightHe said, “The bird flew with hope but…

A Farmer’s ComplaintA farmer said, “My neighbor sold me a well, but not the water!” He now demanded payment for every bucket drawn. Birbal's JudgmentBirbal said, “If you sold the…

A Prisoner’s StoryA man in court pleaded, “I am chained by invisible ropes of karma!” The courtiers mocked him. Birbal’s ClarificationHe explained, “Indeed, invisible habits and desires bind us more…

An Unusual ComplaintA cobbler approached the emperor and said, “My shoes are talking behind my back.” The court burst into laughter. Birbal's ResponseBirbal examined the shoes and said, “Yes, they…