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The Horse of My Brother Khudair

This tale follows Jawza, a young woman whose brother owns a magical horse that becomes uncontrollable whenever it sees her. To protect everyone, her brother advises her to flee, and she embarks on a perilous journey with her servant. The horse relentlessly tracks their scent, but Jawza cleverly outwits it by feeding it objects that ultimately lead to its demise. The fable emphasizes bravery, quick thinking, and resilience.

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The Seven Sisters Collecting Nabq

Seven sisters venture into the desert to gather nabq fruit from thorny trees. Each hesitates to climb, fearing for their clothes, until one sister, Umm Juayd, takes the risk. On their way home, one sister discovers her basket is filled with insects instead of fruit. She returns alone, encounters a monstrous creature, and cleverly defeats it by luring it into a fiery pit. The story highlights courage, perseverance, and wit.

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Juha and His Donkey

In this humorous fable, Juha tries to please everyone by alternating how he and his donkey travel. He faces criticism regardless of his choices—whether he rides the donkey, lets it walk, or carries it. The story humorously illustrates the lesson that it is impossible to satisfy everyone, encouraging individuals to make decisions true to themselves.

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