The donkey told the tiger

The Grass Debate

One sunny morning in the jungle, a donkey and a tiger were strolling through the lush green fields. They came across a patch of grass. The donkey, looking at the vibrant blades, said confidently, “The grass is blue.”

The tiger paused, staring at the donkey in disbelief. “No, my friend, the grass is green,” he replied.

Their disagreement quickly turned into a heated argument, each refusing to concede. The donkey, insistent on being right, suggested, “Let’s take this matter to the king of the jungle. He will settle this dispute!”

The tiger agreed, and together, they approached the lion, the wise ruler of the jungle. The lion, sitting majestically on his throne, listened patiently as the donkey and tiger each presented their side of the argument.

“The grass is blue,” the donkey declared firmly.

“No, your majesty, the grass is green,” the tiger countered respectfully.

The lion paused thoughtfully, then turned to the donkey. “You are correct,” the lion said. “The grass is blue.”

The donkey beamed with pride, braying happily. “I knew I was right! Thank you, your majesty!”

As the donkey pranced away, the lion turned to the tiger and said, “You knew the grass is green. Why did you engage in a pointless argument?”

The tiger replied, “But, your majesty, I couldn’t let him spread such nonsense!”

The lion sighed and said, “It’s not worth arguing with someone who is determined to misunderstand. Wisdom lies in choosing your battles wisely.”