μῦθοι Mythoi
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Scholars’ trail — 1reference

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  • IndiaThompson-Balys.
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Filed under Helpful animal killed by hero's enemy.

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Man attempts to kill faithful serpent at wife's instigation. Loses everythingLife of helpful animal demanded as cure for feigned sicknessUnsuccessful attempt by enemy to kill helpful animalFaithful animal killed in battleA small animal (hare, bitch) gives timely warnings to the hero about the trap prepared by his enemy. Animal warning about trap killedHelpful cow to be killed because of refusal to help stepdaughter

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