Great King Ahmad Shah Durrani ruled Afghanistan and an empire stretching from Iran in the North to the Indian Ocean. Known as just, wise and loved by his people - yet he was troubled. He needed to find someone to help - but how?

Tales from the Sufi tradition, illustrating Sufi philosophy and ways of thinking.

Some two hundred and fifty years ago the great King Ahmad Shah Durrani ruled Afghanistan. His magnificent empire extended from eastern Iran to northern India, and from the Amu Darya to the Indian Ocean. Known to his people as Ahmad Shah Baba (Ahmad Shah, our father), the king was an outstanding general and a just ruler. But he was vexed with troubles and needed to find someone with the right qualities to help him -- but how? Among other things the story provides a framework through which young readers can consider and discuss the qualities needed for a useful and happy life. Additional pages include a short biography of Ahmad Shah, a map of the Durrani Empire, and suggested discussion points.

Great King Ahmad Shah Durrani ruled Afghanistan and an empire stretching from Iran in the North to the Indian Ocean. Known as just, wise and loved by his people - yet he was troubled. He needed to find someone to help - but how?

This is a very old story, one that has entertained people all over the world for hundreds of years. A young couple invites a stranger to share their meal. As he leaves, his parting words reward their generosity in an amazing way. News of their changed status travels fast and prompts a greedy merchant to seek out the stranger in the hope of gaining a similar reward for himself. But, of course, the result is very different. This tale encourages readers to think about the nature of giving and receiving.