The Lamp by Aesop for ESL students with a podcast, list of new words and vocabulary in real context, and some questions for discussion The Lamp by Aesop is now in the public domain available on Gutenberg Project. Podcast of the Lamp by Aesop https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jK2RsKslTOY The Lamp by Aesop A lamp, well filled with oil, burned with a clear and steady light, and began to swell with pride and boast that it shone more brightly than the sun himself. Just then a puff of wind came and blew it out. Some one struck a match and lit it again, and ...
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This story reminds us how excessive pride often leads to failure or downfall. When people become overconfident, they may make mistakes, ignore warnings, or underestimate challenges, which eventually leads to their failure. It’s a reminder to stay humble, be mindful of our actions, and not let pride cloud judgment.
You’ve captured the essence of “The Lamp” perfectly. The fable’s simple scenario, where the lamp’s boastful flame is extinguished by a mere gust of wind, serves as a potent metaphor for the fragility of pride. Your point about overconfidence leading to errors and disregarded warnings is spot-on, highlighting how a lack of humility can blind us to potential pitfalls.