The Thief and his Mother

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore

In a village, young Tommy steals a coin and shows it to his mother, who dismisses it as harmless since no one saw him. Encouraged, Tommy’s thefts escalate over the years, with his mother never correcting him. Eventually, Tommy is caught stealing a necklace, angering the villagers. The chief scolds both Tommy and his mother, pointing out her failure to teach him right from wrong. Realizing her mistake, Tommy’s mother helps him make amends. Tommy returns what he stole, works to repay his wrongs, and learns honesty. Together, they rebuild their lives based on integrity and mutual respect.