A fable or parable is a brief story that teaches a lesson about human follies. Aesop and Jesus Christ are notable tellers of such tales.
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illustrates a moral or comments on human folly.
A fable.
Once upon a time, a clever fox tricked a boastful rabbit into believing his reflection in the water was a rival rabbit. The rabbit, full of pride, challenged his reflection to a race but ended up drowning in the river. The moral of the story is that pride can lead to downfall, and it is wiser to be humble rather than boastful.
In the forest, a clever fox and a wise owl were good friends. One day, they noticed a group of greedy squirrels hoarding nuts unnecessarily while others went hungry. The fox and owl decided to teach them a lesson by showing that sharing and cooperation leads to a more prosperous and happy community. Through their example, the squirrels learned the importance of helping one another and the folly of selfishness, bringing harmony back to the forest.
A moment of folly is a brief period of poor judgment or foolish behavior. It is a mistake or error in reasoning that occurs due to impulsiveness, lack of thought, or carelessness.
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If a folly is still considered a folly..yes
In Benjamin Franklin's essay "The Whistle," the main character is Franklin himself, who recounts a childhood experience of desiring a whistle. Other characters include his friends and family, who represent the influences and pressures he faced. The essay serves as a reflection on the lessons learned about the nature of desire, value, and the folly of chasing trivial things. Ultimately, Franklin illustrates a broader message about the importance of understanding what truly matters in life.
Folly: That which is done by fools=Hence the quote! "One can not save a fool from his folly!"=