A collection of best short stories with varied interests will be published on this blog from classic stories to modern. Stories would be Inspirational, spiritual, full with wisdom, famous, fiction, funny or humorous to stories for children, adult, fiction, non fiction, bible stories,social stories, follkore . So feel free to find a story to read online be your mood happy or sad. Navigate through the list of labels like Zen and Sufi.
Lal Bahadur Shastri was the second Prime Minister of India, after India gained independence. Although his physical stature was small, he was the man of great courage, will, and integrity. Lalbahadur Shastri successfully lead India during the 1965 war against Pakistan.
Because of his great qualities he was and is a great inspiration.
The following story shows the integrity of the great man. Rarely to be seen in todays world.
While he was the Prime Minister of India his son approached him with great joy and enthusiasm. The son said, "Father today I have received and appointment letter from this big company and they are offering me huge salary."
Lal Bahadur Shastri had a close look at the appointment letter. There was a smile on his face and he said, "You have not received the appointment letter on your own merit." He continued, "Nobody would offer you such appointment with such handsome salary. The only reason for the letter is that you are the son of the Prime Minister of India."
Lalbahdur Shastri asked his son to deny the proposal as it would mean the acceptance of bribe from a huge company.
This story stands apart when in todays newspapers. news channels we frequently listen and read the stories of government officials small to big doing just the opposite.
One day, people saw Mullah Nasruddin out in the street searching frantically for something.
The enquisitive nature of man was on work. “What are you searching for, Mullah? They enquired.
“I’ve lost my key” replied Mullah.
The helping nature of mankind was at work.So everyone joined him, trying to help him
After some search someone had the urge to ask the place where exactly, the key was lost. So that more condensed search could be made. So, the enquiry was made for the same to Nasruddin.
“I lost the key in the house,” replied Mulla matter-o-factly.
“Then why are you searching for it in the street?” was the obvious question asked to him.
“Because there is more light here.” Replied the Mulla
This short story is symbolic. Everybody is looking for the key. The key to happiness, the key to bliss, the key to freedom, the key to God, the key to peace or whatever one may like to term a phrase.
Most of us look for the key outside. The key is sought in power, in success, in relationships, in wealth, in others. Much light seems outside. Very few look for the key within. The key was lost within and so has to be searched within.
But if faces one’s own self one cannot see the light instantly, rather faced by the fears, the loneliness, the conflict one runs away from the self. One looks for some company, some game, some work anything but facing one’s own self and the never ending search on the outside continues.
More inspirational short stories to read online on this blog
For those who would not like to spend much time searching for good quality videos of Christmas stories, Jesus Birth , here is a list from you tube, for the same.
The first video titled, "The Christmas Story", is The Christmas Story from The Bible Experience New Testament (www.zondervan.com/tbe), the 2007 Audio Book of the Year, blended with beautiful artwork by Michael Dudash (www.cmdudash.com).
The pictures blended with beautiful narration makes it a worthy watch.
Above video, is "The Christmas Story told through paintings by eight renaissance artists: Andrea Del Sarto, Bellini Giovani, Durer Albrecht, Lotto Lorenzo, Pietro Perugino, Raffaello Sanzio, Rubens Pieter Pauwel, Tiziano Vecellio."
The great art work and enchanting classical music certainly will give divine moments to the lovers of Jesus Christ.
Above, "Renaissance artists Christmas cards", is another good collection of paintings by renaissance artists. Contains art related to Jesus Christ birth and Child Jesus Christ. Great to send as Holiday Christmas card from You Tube.
The above, "Luke 2 - The birth of Jesus", is "based on Luke 2 and this is the International English version. You can download the high quality file via reelworship.com. Please feel free to use this video as widely as possible to help spread the Good News of Christmas."
In this video one can read the story of birth of Jesus as it is narrated.
Above video, "The Birth of Jesus - Luke 2: 1-20", "Produced by the Victoria Video Club Workshop 2005. This video brought together five members of the video club for a rewarding project working with the Cadboro Bay United Church, Minister Mark Green, the wonderful children from the Sunday School, Paul Miles for his narration, and musician Christine Chepyha and sound engineer Gordon Miller who produced the soundtrack."
Another well made video.
Above, "The birth of Jesus taken from Luke" the sample is taken from the Bible Experience.
A comment on the video says more about it, " This audio sample is taken the Bible Experience New Testament on CD.
It comes with 18 CD's and has a DVD. I haven't stopped listening to this set. It is incredible. Even if you have already read the bible and know it. This CD set will allow you to experience the bible in an incredible way. I thank God for this gift."
Another comment says, " Great story indeed."
" Animated Christmas Nativity Scene
Hear the glorious story of the birth of Jesus with this animated Nativity Scene. When the button is pushed, the beautiful story will unfold for 90 seconds, accompanied by the choirs of Christmas carols. The characters near the manger will light up, one at a time, while the music plays"
"THIS MAN CALLED JESUS is a Christmas Drama that draws thousands each year. 37,500 attended in 2006 during 15 performances over three fabulous weekends. Presented by a costumed cast of over 350 with live animals, inspiring music, drama, awesome sound effects and lighting, this is a "must see" Christmas holiday event! This two-hour production brings to life before your eyes the story of "Jesus" beginning with his birth and continues with his ministry, miracles, trial, and death by crucifixion, glorious resurrection and awesome ascension. A spectacular "Heaven" scene finale' leaves the audience in awe! Bring all your family and friends''! Arrive early as seating is on a first-come, first- serve basis. Free parking"
The music "I love you Jesus, more than anything", penetrates the heart. A heart touching song with good images from the play.This one not to be missed by Jesus lover.
Another good one, "Matthew 2: The Christmas Story read to Jazz music, illustrated with still photos." Good music and good narration and a good watch.
Below is the list of the wise stories of Panchatantra, in Marathi Language. The kids will love this animated video clips, while getting some inspiration and learning.
Story No 1
The story of mongoose
I loved this story, emphasizing the love and care of animals towards their masters. There are many stories about dogs, true stories, of how dog would risk their lives and even give up their lives, for the protection of their master or master's property.
This story is about a mongoose. A man brings a baby mongoose and present it to his wife. The mongoose is breed and brought up by the couple. Once the lady goes out for her daily chores, leaving the mongoose near her baby child. After completing her chores, she returns home.
What does she see?. She watches the mongoose sitting in front of the door of the house. The mouth of the mongoose drenched with blood. The sight brings about all kind of negative thoughts and feeling in the mother. She thinks that her dear little lovely child has been killed by the same mongoose, they fed and brought up.
Overcome by grief of the thought of her child being killed, Anger rushes in her system. She, in the rage of anger kills the mongoose, that is how one acts in anger. No time to see the actual thing, anger immediately draws one to destruction.
Then she rushes to the room, to see the condition of her wounded child. What does she see?. The child is peacefully sleeping. A snake, eminent threat to her child, was lying dead close by. She felt the relief, seeing her child safe and sound. Not only safe protected and saved from the dangerous snake. She rushes out to thank the mongoose. Alas, the mongoose lied dead on the floor.
The lady smitten by anger, was helpless and grieved by what happened through her. This reminds me of the teaching of gGeorge Gurdjieff's father to him, just before he passed away. His father said to him that he had not any material wealth to give him. He asked him to remember just one thing. Never act out of anger, if anger takes over you, tell the other person that you will answer him after 24 hours. George Gurdjieff, later told this advice he followed, and it gave him tremendous benefits.
The moral of anger is relevant for kids and adults both.
