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The Shepherd and the Sea

In this captivating moral story, a shepherd, lured by the calm sea, sells his flock to invest in a cargo of dates for a voyage. However, a sudden tempest forces him to discard his merchandise for survival, leaving him empty-handed. Reflecting on the sea's tranquil appearance, he wryly notes that it remains in need of dates, serving as a simple short story with a moral for young readers about the perils of chasing fleeting desires.

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The Shepherd and the Sea - Aesop's Fable illustration about ambition, risk, the unpredictability of nature

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Reveal Moral

"The moral of the story is that appearances can be deceiving, and one should not be swayed by calmness without considering the potential dangers beneath the surface."

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Quick Facts

Age Group: adult
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Theme: ambition
risk
the unpredictability of nature
Characters: Shepherd
Sheep
Sea
Ship
Tempest
Merchant

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