A Child’s Gift
A young village boy entered the court wearing a crown made of folded paper. “I am a king today!” he declared with joy.
Laughter in the Court
The courtiers laughed, but Birbal welcomed him warmly and offered him a seat.
Birbal’s Insight
He said, “A crown is not on the head, but in the heart. He who rules his mind is a real king.”
Akbar’s Smile
“Then let me learn from this child,” Akbar said, “how to wear simplicity with pride.”
Lesson to Be Learned
False pride crowns the body, but self-control crowns the soul. One who conquers anger, envy, and greed is royal in the Lord’s eyes. Be crowned with devotion, not decoration.
