The constellation
J2413 Foolish imitation by an animal. Tries to go beyond his powers
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- Types of foolish imitation · J2410 entry
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- Ass tries to caress his master like the dog. He is driven off · J2413.1 entry
- Ass tries to jump on the roof like the ape · J2413.2 entry
- Daw tries to carry off lamb like eagle. Is caught in the lamb's fleece · J2413.3 entry
- Animal dupe cuts off limb. Thinks he is imitating another animal · J2413.4 entry
- The dog imitates a wolf. Wants to kill a horse. He asks the cat: "Is my back bristled, etc." The horse kills him with a kick. (Cf. K1121.) · J2413.5 entry
- Monkey sneezes in king's presence like rabbit. Killed · J2413.6 entry
- Crane tries to catch fish like hawk. Is mired at water's edge · J2413.7 entry
- Jackal tries to roar like lion at elephant. Is killed · J2413.8 entry
- Raven tries to imitate dove's step but breaks his bones · J2413.9 entry