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The Man and the Viper

In this thought-provoking moral story, a man discovers a frozen Viper and, believing his warm heart can revive it, takes it into his bosom with hopes of saving it. However, as his anticipation grows, the Viper thaws and thanks him before slithering away, illustrating a powerful lesson for young readers about the consequences of misplaced trust. This short moral story encapsulates the essence of caution and the complexities of kindness, making it a compelling long story with moral depth.

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The Man and the Viper - Aesop's Fable illustration about moral values
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