1)Donkey

The Donkey is no doubt known for its fortitude. But it can never be aware of the value of the sandalwood it may carry on its back, it can only know the weight of its load. So too, we must not be blind to the good near us and within us.

2)Frog

Do not be like a frog in the well. We must have wide interests and broad vision. Frogs skip round lotuses in a pond but they do not know anything about the beauty or the nectar within the lotus. A bee coming from afar drinks the nectar from the lotuses. So too, remember that it is not nearness that matters but love, that is required in order to experience the bliss of Divinity.

3) Kite

A kite swoops down on its prey with a greedy and sudden swiftness, which by its very impact falls to retain the object it seeks. So too, we must not be impulsive and greedy.

4)Ostrich

The stupid Ostrich thinks that it can escape the notice of the hunter by plunging its head inside a sand heap. But the rest of its body will catch the eye of the hunter. Similarly it is foolish to shut our eyes to our faults.

5)Rat

A Rat leaves the good food in the granary and runs towards the trap attracted by the strong smelling cheap food. So too, we must not run after worldly attractions, neglecting the life- giving sustenance within. Beware! (Saiclopedia, pp. 23-35)