Aesop
A timeless story chosen for family story time.
A few story details
Lying Traveller: One of the two men traveling together, he always tells lies., Truthful Traveller: One of the two men traveling together, he always speaks the truth., King of the Apes: The king ruling the land of Apes, proud and eager for praise., Apes (subjects): The subjects of the Ape King, lined up in rows to display their loyalty.
A few story details
Land of Apes: A kingdom ruled by apes, featuring a throne room filled with the Ape King and his subjects.
Guiding ideas
honesty vs deceit, flattery and truth, pride and its consequences
Moral
Flattery can be rewarded, but telling the truth may come with risks, especially when others are blinded by pride.
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