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AesopValue of life

The Dog and the Physician

In "The Dog and the Physician," a thought-provoking short story with moral lessons for adults, a dog questions a physician about the burial of a wealthy patient, likening it to his practice of burying bones for later retrieval. The physician clarifies that he buries bodies he can no longer revive, illustrating their contrasting views on death and loss. This story serves as an inspirational tale, highlighting the finality of human mortality compared to the dog's perspective on temporary states.

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The Dog and the Physician - Aesop's Fable illustration about Value of life, Perception of worth, Professional integrity
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Reveal Moral

"The moral of the story is that the value of what is buried lies in its intended purpose and whether it can be retrieved or is meant to remain lost."

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Quick Facts

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Theme
Value of life
Perception of worth
Professional integrity
Characters
Dog
Physician

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