The allegory of the long spoons is a parable that shows the difference between heaven and hell by means of people forced to eat with long spoons. It is attributed to Rabbi Haim of Romshishok, as well as other sources.[1]
The allegory can be summarized as follows:
The story can encourage people to be kind to each other. There are various interpretations of the fable including its use in sermons and in advice to lonely people.