Krishna story – Every day

A Riddle for the CourtAkbar asked, “Can one drink from a cup without a bottom?” Birbal placed his hands together like a cup and said, “Only if one receives with…

A Strange PerformanceA man claimed his goat could sing. Birbal asked it to perform—it only bleated. Birbal's Humor“Perhaps it sings only in the presence of spiritual music.” Akbar’s Laughter“Then let…

An Impossible TaleA villager claimed a tree in his yard had moved overnight. The court dismissed him, but Birbal investigated. He Discovered the TruthIt was not the tree, but the…

A King's IrritationAkbar walked uncomfortably and found a tiny pebble in his shoe. “Such a small thing caused so much pain,” he noted. Birbal's Insight“Even small faults, if ignored, disturb…

A Poet's ClimbA poet said, “I have built a ladder to heaven.” When asked how, he recited verses glorifying God. Birbal’s Nod“Indeed,” he said, “words offered to the Lord become…

A Gift from a SageA sadhu gifted Akbar a fruit and said, “Listen to it.” Birbal cut it open and found a scroll inside, inscribed with wisdom. Akbar's Surprise“Even a…

An Odd PurchaseA merchant paid a beggar to be quiet. Birbal said, “He has paid more for silence than many for words.” Akbar’s Humor“Then let all buy peace with charity!”…

A Silent WitnessA wall in the palace began to crack. When questioned, no one admitted fault. Birbal said, “This wall weeps from neglect and dishonesty.” The Lesson of IntegrityHe explained,…

A Bizarre TaskA man claimed he was planting darkness in his backyard and waited for it to grow. The court laughed at his madness. Birbal’s Response“Darkness is not planted—it appears…

A Riddle at CourtAkbar asked, “Can you hold a cloud in a cup?” Birbal poured hot water into a cup, and steam rose. Birbal's Reply“This is your cloud, O King—contained,…