Non-violence, Respect for All: A hunter pursuing a deer falls from his horse and is trapped in a deep ravine. Seeing the hunter's plight, the deer risks his own life to carry him to safety. Astounded, the hunter respects the deer's wish that all forest creatures be safe from his arrows and resolves to become their protector.
Revised, with parents and teachers corner. Children's Jataka tale for ages 3 - 8.