Wild animals can teach humans important life lessons about being civilized. Many Hindu gods and goddesses have animal vehicles or vahanas that represent qualities of that deity. Stories with animal characters also impart wisdom, such as the importance of patience and perseverance as shown in The Tortoise and the Hare, or judging based on character rather than appearances as in The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing. Animals demonstrate compassion, living in the present, respecting elders, responsibility, and the importance of unity. Their behaviors provide valuable lessons for human civilization.

1. How Wild Animals Educate
us to Be Civilized
Dr Monita Dhiman
Assistant Professor in Zoology
Khalsa College for Women, Civil Lines, Ludhiana

2. Ganesh – Mushak (Mouse)
Shiva – Nandi (bull)
Vishnu – Garud (eagle)
Brahma – Seven Swans
Durga – Lion
Lakshmi – Owl
Saraswati – Swan
Parvati – lion
Agni – ram
Indra – Airawat (Elephant)
Kamdev – Parrot
Kartikey – Peacock
Surya – Horses
GodandGoddesswiththeirVahanas

3. Hanuman does not have a Vahana.

5. The Three Little Pigs
The story teaches children that doing a job
well is as important as getting the job done in
the first place. Integrity and motivation of your
actions go a long way.
The Crow and The Jug
Do not give up at the first sign of adversity.
Use what you have around you to solve any
problem and achieve your goals and dreams.

6. Don’t underestimate a task, ensure you see it
through without letting your ego swell up.
Sometimes a slow pace and patience
considered a better tool to face a challenge.
The Hare And The Tortoise A Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing
Appearances can be deceptive. One
must never take people or
circumstances at face value. A little bit
of precaution can go a long way in self-
preservation.

7. When we fight, others will benefit from us.
The Lion And The Mouse
You never know who can become a great
friend so be kind to everyone. Everyone will
then be kind to you.
Two Cats and A Monkey

8. Try till you succeed and do not be a sore loser.
Accept defeat graciously and learn from your
failures rather than trying to lay blame on other
things.
Sour Grapes
The Ugly Duckling
Everyone is beautiful just the way they are
even if they do not meat the ideals set by the
world around them.

17. • Compassion
• Patience
• How to Live in the Now
• We’re All Connected
• Humans Aren’t as Different as
We Thought
• Respect Your Elders
• Responsibility
• Listen Carefully
• Live Lightly
• We Must Stick Together

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