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MoralFables
Fable
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The Aethiop

In "The Aethiop," a man naively purchases a black servant, believing that his skin color is simply dirt that can be scrubbed away. Despite his relentless efforts, the servant's complexion remains unchanged, illustrating the life-lesson that inherent traits cannot be altered by external means. This short story with moral serves as a poignant reminder that what is bred in the bone will stick to the flesh, making it a compelling addition to uplifting moral stories and fable stories with moral.

The Aethiop
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Reveal Moral

"The moral of the story is that inherent qualities or characteristics cannot be changed by superficial treatments or efforts."

Quick Facts

Age Group
adult
Theme
prejudice
identity
resilience
Characters
the purchaser
the black servant

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