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Moral allegory

Moral allegory is a genre of literature that uses symbols and characters to convey moral lessons or philosophical truths. Works of this genre often feature abstract concepts like humans, animals, or objects to emphasize certain moral or ethical principles.

In moral allegories, characters and plots often serve as allegorical symbols that represent abstract ideas such as good, evil, virtue, and vice. These symbols can be used to illustrate important moral lessons or concepts, and to evoke reflection from the reader or viewer.

Moral allegories are often found in ancient literature, myths, and fairy tales, where characters and plots present deeper meanings and lessons than simply narrating specific events. This genre of literature remains a popular and influential way of conveying moral values and philosophical truths in a literary work.

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