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Mar 2, 2026 12 min

The Wolves Who Stood Together

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A timeless story for children and for grown-ups who love listening too. Inspired by a traditional Kashmiri folktale known as Shal-e-Jamadaeri, The Wolves who Stood Together is a story set high in the mountains where cold winds move through pine and stone. In a mountain hollow, a pack of wolves finds itself living in quiet fear. A powerful lion descends at dawn, again and again, scattering them when they are at their weakest. Though they are many and he is only one, something keeps them from standing firm. Until one evening, an older wolf steps forward and asks a different question. Not how strong they are. Not how fierce. But whether they are willing to stand close enough to hold their ground together. This is a story about leadership, steadiness, and the kind of courage that does not shout. It explores what changes when fear is shared instead of faced alone, and how even the strongest threat can falter when unity replaces panic. This episode is perfect for thoughtful listening, classroom conversations about teamwork and leadership, or quiet evenings at home. If you enjoy Indian folktales, mountain settings, and stories about strength found in togetherness, this one is for you. 🌿 Support the podcast and help us share more stories: www.oaktreebooks.in/oaktreestories 🎨 Inspired by the story? Share your drawings with us here: www.oaktreebooks.in/oaktreestories 📲 Follow us on Instagram and Facebook: @oaktreestories New episodes every Monday.

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