The Lion and the Cow

By: Soheila Seif

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Synopsis: In the kingdom of animals, a young lion rules though still reliant on guidance from wise counsellors. When a lost cow named Shanzebeh wanders into the territory, the lion welcomes him warmly despite the scheming of jealous advisors. A clever fox named Demneh perceives Shanzebeh as a threat to his standing and plots to turn the lion against the innocent cow by exploiting the king’s weaknesses. Though the two strike up an unlikely friendship, Demneh’s lies corrupt the bond between ruler and subject. After being deceived into believing Shanzebeh intends to betray him with violence, the lion tragically attacks and gravely harms his devoted friend. In the aftermath, melancholic regret consumes the king as Shanzebeh clings to life. An intricate tale unfolds from here as truth battles falsehood for the lion’s trust. With deception disguising itself in familiar coats, can sincerity prevail to re-establish understanding necessary for leadership? Dive into the timeless fable beautifully visualized through accompanying illustrations masterfully enriching this profound story about integrity, perception, loyalty and forgiveness.