Finnish Tale
The Four Masters
United we stand. This folk tale tells us that when we get together for a good cause, we can overcome the most difficult obstacles.
A long, long time ago, each family used to grow what they needed in their own little field. One peasant called San lived like that with his wife and children. San had made up his mind that he would grow his family the best grain and vegetables in the
One day, he went out to his field. He hoed the soil thoroughly, planted seeds in it, and watered it
Early in the morning the next day, San went out and watered the seeds again
“I’ve got it!” San
His family asked what his idea was, but San wouldn’t tell them anything at all. “We’re going to have the best vegetables,” he announced proudly and went to bed feeling satisfied. As usual, when the sun came up, the cock