Several stories about Juniper in the Little Flowers of St. Francis (Fioretti di San Francesco) illustrate his generosity and simplicity.

When the pig's owner found out about this, he came in great wrath and abused Francis and the other Franciscans, calling them thieves and refusing repayment.

Juniper, not understanding why the owner should be upset at such a charitable act, went to him and cheerfully retold the tale of the pig's foot, as though he had done the man a favor.

On another occasion, Juniper was commanded to cease giving part of his clothing to the half-naked people he met on the road.

Satisfied with having provoked mockery and contempt, Brother Juniper continued his way to the convent with humility and meekness once the crowd had dispersed.

Despite the initial disapproval, the Guardian recognized that Brother Junípero’s effort, although poorly executed, reflected great simplicity and charity.

In the end, the Guardian expressed that he would rather Brother Juniper waste food in this manner if it meant preserving his admirable simplicity and dedication.

Upon arriving in a village at mealtime, Brother Juniper began to shout in the local dialect: "Non nu albergate?"

His companions were embarrassed and reprimanded him for not seeking sustenance, but Brother Juniper insisted on continuing to shout, as he had been chosen as procurator.

Moved by Brother Juniper’s humility and sincerity, the man offered them food and lodging, inviting them to return whenever they needed.

The devil, disguised as a man, warned the lord of the castle that four friars with strange habits were traitors trying to betray him.

Brother Juniper explained that his "enemy" was his own body, which he had learned to control thanks to the punishment received.