Why Giving While Living Matters: A Story of a Cow, a Pig, and a Rich Landlord

Let me tell you a little story of a rich Goan landlord who once asked his parish priest, "Why does everybody call me stingy when everyone knows that when I die, I will leave everything I have to this church?"

The priest said, "There once was a pig and a cow in this village. The pig was unpopular, and the cow was loved by all in the village. This puzzled the pig. The pig said to the cow, 'People speak warmly of your good nature and your helpful attitude. They think you are very generous because each day you give them milk, butter, and cheese. But what about me? I give them everything I have. I give them the famous Goa sausages, bacon, and ham. I also provide ingredients for mouth-watering sorpotel. Yet no one likes me. Why is that?'"

The priest continued, "Do you know what the cow answered?"

The Cow said, "Perhaps it's because I give while I am still living."

Employers should read this story and understand that appreciating their employees while they are still working with them is more valuable than recognizing their good work after they have left. Thank you, Pavan, for sharing this short yet meaningful story.

Good one indeed! The story only conveys that people should help the needy, downtrodden, and provide charity while one is alive!

Re: Learning 3 - SOMETHING WORTH UNDERSTANDING

A very nice moral story worth sharing with all. Good job, Mr. Pawan, for the excellent story posting.

Regards,
K.S. Kamath
Manager
Kinara Power Systems & Projects Pvt Ltd.
Bangalore-58