The Wind and the Sun

Story of the North Wind and The Sun

    by

A. Student

    Two very good friends, North Wind and Sun, were walking together one fine day. Gradually a dispute arose between them about who was stronger. They each claimed themselves as the strongest and started arguing with each other. The Sun thought he was more powerful because he could warm the world. The Wind glared at the Sun as they both boasted. Wind made it clear that he thought he was the stronger because he could blow the mighty ships across the seas. He had torn down massive buildings as if they were mere decks of cards.

    Continuing their arguments, both of them tried to display their powers and claim themselves to be more powerful than the other. The North Wind started blustering, and the Sun produced as much heat as he could.

    While they were arguing with each other, a traveller wrapped in a cloak walked along the road below them. They stared at each other, then at the man, and an idea was hatched. They mutually decided that the title of "Mightiest" would be based on who could strip the traveller's cloak.

    The North Wind was first to showcase his power by expelling a great gust of cold air. The traveller shivered and almost lost his control of his cloak. This made the North Wind, who was quite proud of himself, quite happy. Wind continued his relentless blustering. But soon, Wind's smile faded away as the traveller wrapped the cloak tightly around his body.

    Next the North Wind tried with all his might and blew harshly. But, as the North Wind tried to attack the traveller as hard as he could, the man wrapped his cloak more tightly around his body. Bewildered, North Wind eventually fatigued and haughtily told the Sun to prove his power.

    The Sun lifted his head a little and with a wry smile, winked at North Wind. Now, the Sun started shining brightly. It made the traveller happy. Loosening his hold on the fabric of his cloak, the man sighed with contentment. The Sun's kind and gentle warmth soon coaxed the traveller into taking off his cloak. Because the wind had quite exhausted the man, he found the sun rays a blessing. So he relaxed under a palm tree.

    Upon observing this, the Sun was very happy. He told the North Wind that the powerful are not the ones who trouble others, but the ones who show mercy. The North Wind apologised to the Sun and hugged him lovingly.

Moral of the Story

Kindness and gentle persuasion alway wins over force and bluster. This story teaches the most valuable lessons of being calm and gentle.