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The Scorpion and the Ladybug

In "The Scorpion and the Ladybug," a well-known moral story, a Scorpion and a Ladybug form a friendship that leads the Scorpion to offer to carry her across a dangerous river. Despite his promise to never harm her, he ultimately stings her upon reaching safety, illustrating that one's inherent nature often prevails over intentions. This timeless moral story serves as an entertaining reminder that regardless of our wishes, we are bound to our true nature.

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The Scorpion and the Ladybug - Aesop's Fable illustration about betrayal, the nature of one's character, the consequences of trust
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"The moral of the story is that one's inherent nature cannot be changed, even in the face of loyalty or promises."

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Quick Facts

Age Group
adult
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children
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Theme
betrayal
the nature of one's character
the consequences of trust
Characters
Scorpion
Ladybug

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