Russian
Жена богатого человека тяжело заболела. Она поняла, что скоро умрёт, и позвала свою единственную дочь.
English translation
A rich man’s wife fell gravely ill. She realized that she would soon die and called for her only daughter.
Russian · Beginner
Золушка
Adapted from Cinderella
A mistreated young woman receives help from a magical bird and goes to the king’s festival.
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A mother's last promise
Russian
— Дочка, будь доброй и верь в Бога, — сказала мать. — Тогда Бог будет тебя защищать. А я буду смотреть на тебя с неба и всегда буду рядом.
English translation
“My daughter, be kind and believe in God,” her mother said. “Then God will protect you. I will watch over you from heaven and always be with you.”
Russian
После этих слов мать закрыла глаза и умерла. Девушка каждый день ходила на её могилу и плакала. Она помнила слова матери и оставалась доброй.
English translation
After saying this, her mother closed her eyes and died. The girl went to her grave and cried every day. She remembered her mother’s words and remained kind.
Russian
Зимой могилу закрыл белый снег. Когда пришла весна и снег растаял, у отца уже была новая жена.
English translation
In winter, white snow covered the grave. By the time spring came and the snow melted, her father already had a new wife.
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