Origin of a particular spring

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Origin of a particular spring.

Mythological motifs. · Topographical features of the earth. · Water features. · Origin of other bodies of water. · view the constellation · filed as A941.0.1

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ReferenceThe Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion (abridged), Chapter VV. The Magical Control of the Weather
ReferenceThe Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion (abridged), Chapter XIIIXIII. The Kings of Rome and Alba
IndicThe Mahābhārata, Book 3, Section LXXXIII
IndicThe Mahābhārata, Book 12, Section CCCVI
Greco-RomanPausanias's Description of Greece, Book 4

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IndiaThompson-Balys.

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Springs originate from horse's hoof-prints. (Cf. A901.)Springs originate from tears. (Cf. A901, A911.)Spring from striking earth with sword Spring breaks forth to commemorate experiences of hero (deity). (Cf. A901, A913.1, A920.1.4.)Spring breaks forth through power of saint Breaking forth of springs partial cause of Flood Springs from beneath magic (holy) object

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