CHARACTER
- Rohan – A wealthy, well-spoken businessman who often lectures others about kindness and charity but rarely practices what he preaches.
- Arjun – A humble schoolteacher with a modest income who quietly helps those in need without seeking recognition.
- Mrs. Sharma – An elderly widow struggling to afford her grandson’s education.
- Neha – Rohan’s daughter, who admires Arjun’s sincerity and questions her father’s hypocrisy.
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STORY
In a bustling city, Rohan was known for his grand speeches about generosity and morality. He often gave motivational talks, urging people to "help the less fortunate" and "be the change you wish to see." Yet, despite his wealth, he rarely donated or volunteered.
Meanwhile, Arjun, a simple schoolteacher, lived in the same neighborhood. He didn’t have much, but he always found ways to help—whether it was tutoring underprivileged children for free or buying groceries for Mrs. Sharma, the elderly widow next door.
One day, Rohan organized a charity event, inviting influential people to donate to a "Noble Cause." He gave a passionate speech, earning applause. Neha, his daughter, noticed that while her father spoke beautifully, he only donated a tiny fraction of his wealth. Disappointed, she asked, "Dad, if helping is so important, why don’t we do more?"
Rohan brushed her off, saying, "Words inspire action, Neha. My speeches encourage others to give."
Later that week, Mrs. Sharma’s grandson fell ill, and she couldn’t afford the medicine. Rohan saw her crying but simply said, "Don’t worry, God will help," before walking away. Arjun, however, immediately took her to the doctor and paid the bill silently.
Neha saw this and confronted her father. "You always talk about kindness, but Arjun shows it. Who do you think really helps people?"
Rohan, for the first time, felt ashamed. He realized that his words meant nothing without action. The next day, he quietly donated to Mrs. Sharma’s grandson’s education fund and started volunteering at a local shelter—no speeches, no publicity, just genuine effort.
MORAL OF STORY
"Moral actions speak louder than words. True goodness isn’t in what we say, but in what we do."