A man who made spears and shields once came to Akbar’s court.<>
“Your Majesty, nobody can make shields and spears to equal mine,” he said.<>
“My shields are so strong that nothing can pierce them and my spears are so sharp that there’s nothing they cannot pierce.”<>
“I can prove you wrong on one count certainly,” said Birbal suddenly.<>
“Impossible!” declared the man.<>
“Hold up one of your shields and I will pierce it with one of your spears,” said Birbal with a smile.<>
