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The Sportsman and the Squirrel

In this wisdom-packed moral story, a Sportsman, after wounding a Squirrel, chases it with a stick, claiming he wishes to end its suffering. The Squirrel, defiantly revealing the hypocrisy of the Sportsman's actions, asserts its desire to survive despite its pain. Overcome with shame, the Sportsman ultimately refrains from harming the Squirrel and walks away, highlighting the value-based moral that true compassion must align with understanding and respect for life.

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The Sportsman and the Squirrel - Aesop's Fable illustration about hypocrisy, compassion, self-awareness

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Reveal Moral

"The moral of the story is that true compassion requires understanding the needs of others rather than imposing one's own misguided intentions."

In "The Wolf and the Fox," a large and strong Wolf, believing himself honored by his fellow wolves when they call him "Lion," foolishly abandons his kind to live among lions. An observant old Fox comments on the Wolf's pride, pointing out that despite his size, he will always be merely a wolf in a herd of lions. This entertaining moral story serves as a life-changing reminder of the dangers of self-conceit and the importance of recognizing one's true nature in the realm of popular moral stories for adults.

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The Honourable Member

In this captivating moral tale, a member of the Legislature, who had vowed not to steal, returns home with a large part of the Capitol dome, inciting his constituents to hold an indignation meeting and consider punishment. Defending himself by claiming he never promised not to lie, he is oddly deemed an "honourable man" and elected to Congress without any pledges, showcasing the humorous yet educational nature of short moral stories.

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The Traveler and Fortune

In "The Traveler and Fortune," a weary traveler on the brink of a deep well is awakened by Dame Fortune, who warns him that if he falls, people will unjustly blame her for his misfortune. This short and sweet moral story teaches young readers that individuals often hold the key to their own fate, rather than attributing their calamities to external forces, making it a valuable addition to short stories to learn morals and stories with moral lessons.

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Quick Facts

Age Group: adult
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children
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Theme: hypocrisy
compassion
self-awareness
Characters: Sportsman
Squirrel
Dog

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