MF
MoralFables
Aesop
2 min read

Physicians Two

In "Physicians Two," a wicked old man feigns illness to avoid taking medicine prescribed by two conflicting physicians, who treat him for weeks. When the doctors accidentally meet and argue over their differing remedies, the patient reveals he has been well for days, highlighting a humorous life lesson about honesty and the absurdity of trying to manipulate others. This quick moral story reminds us that deceit can lead to unnecessary complications and that honesty is often the best policy.

Physicians Two - Aesop's Fable illustration about deception, conflict, self-preservation
0:000:00
Reveal Moral

"The moral of the story is that sometimes, the pursuit of conflicting solutions can lead to unnecessary complications, and it is wiser to find harmony rather than chaos in seeking help."

You May Also Like

A Forfeited Right - Aesop's Fable illustration featuring Chief of the Weather Bureau and  Thrifty Person

A Forfeited Right

In "A Forfeited Right," a Thrifty Person sues the Chief of the Weather Bureau after relying on his accurate weather prediction to stock umbrellas that ultimately go unsold. The court rules in favor of the Thrifty Person, highlighting the moral lesson that one can forfeit their right to truthfulness through a history of deception. This classic moral story serves as an inspirational reminder about the importance of integrity and trustworthiness in communication.

justiceaccountability
Revenge - Aesop's Fable illustration featuring Insurance Agent and  Hard Man to Deal With

Revenge

An insurance agent attempts to persuade a tough man to take out a fire policy on his house, passionately detailing the dangers of fire. When questioned about his motives, the agent reveals a dark secret: he seeks revenge against the insurance company for betraying his sweetheart, turning the encounter into a tale reminiscent of folklore with a moral about the consequences of deceit and the lessons learned from personal vendettas.

revengedeception
The Thief and the Honest Man - Aesop's Fable illustration featuring Thief and  Honest Man

The Thief and the Honest Man

In the wisdom-packed moral story "The Thief and the Honest Man," a thief sues his accomplices for his share of stolen goods from an Honest Man, who cleverly evades the trial by claiming he is merely an agent for other honest individuals. When served with a subpoena, the Honest Man amusingly distracts himself by pretending to pick his own pockets, illustrating the lessons learned from stories about accountability and cleverness in the face of adversity. This short story with a moral leaves readers pondering the complexities of honesty and complicity in wrongdoing.

deceptionjustice

Quick Facts

Age Group
adult
kids
children
story for class 2
story for class 3
story for class 4
story for class 5
story for class 6
story for class 7
story for class 8
Theme
deception
conflict
self-preservation
Characters
Wicked Old Man
Physician 1
Physician 2

Subscribe to Daily Stories

Get a new moral story in your inbox every day.

Spin for a Story

Share