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Parchment-style illustration of Anansi dropping a wisdom pot, Jamaican folktale scene.

Anansi Tries to Hoard All Sense

January 4, 2026
Long ago, when animals spoke and lessons walked openly among people, Anansi the spider believed himself cleverer than all others. He was known across the land for his tricks and sharp tongue, and he took pride in outwitting neighbors, elders, and spirits alike. Yet Anansi was not satisfied with being

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