Story In English For Class 7 With Moral

 Title: The Greedy Farmer

Once upon a time, in a small village, there lived a farmer named Ram. Ram was known for his hard work and dedication to his land. He had a small farm where he grew various crops to sustain his family.

One day, Ram noticed a beautiful mango tree growing near his farm. The tree was laden with ripe, juicy mangoes. As Ram gazed at the tree, a greedy thought crossed his mind. He couldn't resist the temptation of having all those delicious mangoes for himself.

Ram decided to wait until nightfall to execute his plan. He grabbed a ladder and a basket, and under the cover of darkness, he sneaked into the mango orchard. With each step, his excitement grew, and he couldn't wait to taste the sweetness of the mangoes.

Ram started plucking the mangoes, filling his basket with every juicy fruit he could reach. He felt an immense pleasure in hoarding the mangoes, thinking of all the money he would make by selling them in the market. Little did he know that his greed would lead him into trouble.

Suddenly, he heard a rustling sound coming from the tree. Ram looked up and was shocked to see a group of monkeys sitting on the branches, watching him intently. The monkeys seemed angry and ready to pounce.

Terrified, Ram tried to scare the monkeys away, but they were smarter and quicker. They jumped from one branch to another, pelting him with mangoes. Ram ran as fast as he could, with the monkeys chasing him and throwing mangoes in his direction.

Exhausted and defeated, Ram finally managed to escape from the orchard. As he sat under a tree, catching his breath, he realized the consequences of his greed. He had lost not only the stolen mangoes but also his dignity and peace of mind.

Reflecting on his actions, Ram understood the moral of the story. Greed had blinded him, causing him to forget the value of honesty and contentment. He realized that the pursuit of material wealth and possessions could lead to a downfall.

From that day forward, Ram vowed to lead an honest life, appreciating the blessings he already had. He learned that true happiness comes from being satisfied with what one has and not constantly desiring more.

The story of the greedy farmer teaches us the importance of being content and the dangers of greed. It reminds us to cherish the blessings in our lives and to avoid falling into the trap of never-ending desires.