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The Angel's Tear

In "The Angel's Tear," a classic moral story, an unworthy man who once mocked the misfortunes of the woman he loved regrets his actions while dressed in sackcloth and ashes. The Angel of Compassion, observing his plight, drops a tear that turns into a hailstone, striking him on the head and causing him to fumble with an umbrella, prompting the Angel to laugh at his misfortune. This captivating tale serves as a simple moral story about the consequences of laughing at others' suffering, making it a memorable addition to famous fables with moral lessons for kids.

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The Angel's Tear - Aesop's Fable illustration about compassion, humility, the consequences of mockery
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Reveal Moral

"The moral of the story is that mocking others in their suffering can lead to one's own misfortune and regret."

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Quick Facts

Age Group
adult
kids
children
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Theme
compassion
humility
the consequences of mockery
Characters
Unworthy Man
Woman
Angel of Compassion

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