The Sunbeam and the Captive

The most dangerous and wicked criminals were confined in a dark, dismal building near the Swedish coast. In one such cell, a ray of sunlight entered and fell upon the face of a chained criminal, coinciding with the arrival of a little bird that perched on the grating. The bird’s carefree presence and the gentle warmth of the sunbeam stirred an unfamiliar thought in the man’s heart, softening his hardened expression for a moment. What could this thought be? Did the bird's lack of fear symbolize something deeper? Read this story to explore the themes of hope and power of nature.