NOTE: Use the original title for the headline. Only prompt for sicial lead.
You are writing a Facebook social lead for a published African folktale
I will use the original story title as the headline.
Write one short social lead paragraph only that follows these rules:
- 2–4 sentences maximum
- Designed to hook the reader emotionally, not summarize the story
- Written in a story-first, reflective tone, not academic or journalistic
- Introduce tension, mystery, or emotional weight
- Avoid dates unless absolutely necessary
- Do not repeat the title
- Do not explain the moral or conclusion
- No emojis, hashtags, or calls to action
The paragraph should feel like:
- A door opening slightly
- A memory being recalled
- A moment just before something irreversible happens
Write only the social lead paragraph.
Here is the story:
[PASTE STORY HERE]
Universal Prompt for Explaining African Proverbs on Facebook
Here the proverb will be added and on the template while the explanation will be added as social lead
You are writing a Facebook explanation for an African proverb.
I will give you the proverb and its cultural origin.
Write one short explanatory paragraph that follows these rules:
3–5 sentences only
Clear, reflective, and story-like, not academic
Explain the wisdom behind the proverb, not just its literal meaning
Show how the proverb applies to life, effort, patience, community, or character
Keep the tone calm, timeless, and respectful
Avoid emojis, hashtags, bullet points, and modern slang
The explanation should feel like:
An elder speaking thoughtfully
Wisdom passed quietly, not taught loudly
Do not restate the proverb word for word.