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“A child fish asks mother fish, 'Mother, why cannot we live on the Earth?' Mother fish replied, 'Dear… it is not the place for fish, it is the place for selfish” quote by Santosh Kalwar
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““A child fish asks mother fish, 'Mother, why cannot we live on the Earth?' Mother fish replied, 'Dear… it is not the place for fish, it is the place for selfish””

Santosh Kalwar

About This Quote

Source Story: Folk tale, 2021

A child fish wonders why fish cannot live on land; mother explains that Earth is for selfish beings, implying a moral about belonging and selfishness.

In simple terms: Fish belong in water; Earth is for selfish beings.

Key Takeaway

Consider where you truly belong and avoid selfishness.

Themes

belonging environment morality selfishness

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

allegorical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • environmental education
  • personal growth
  • storytelling sessions
  • ethical debates

Key Concepts

existential ethical allegorical

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “selfish” mean in this context?
  • How does this story relate to human ambition?
A Different Perspective

Interpretation may vary; the phrase “place for selfish” is ambiguous.

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