Apple test of worthiness for friendship. Father gives son three apples to offer to those he meets. If the man eats all, avoid him; if he divides, make friends with him. (Cf. H1557.1.) — Mythoi

Motif

Apple test of worthiness for friendship. Father gives son three apples to offer to those he meets. If the man eats all, avoid him; if he divides, make friends with him. (Cf. H1557.1.)

Tests. · Other tests. · Tests of character. · Tests of character. · view the constellation · filed as H1558.0.1.1

Cited in the index

general *BP II 39 n. 2, III 236
general Hdwb. d. Märchens I 92b. n. 3.

Within the index

Filed under Test of worthiness for friendship.

Travels with (Thompson’s cf.)

Obedience of sons tested by offering them apple. They are each offered a slice of apple. The king says, "Open your mouth and receive what I give you". Eldest son insulted; youngest obeys and receives kingdom as reward. (Cf. H1558.0.1.1.)

Carried in tale types

Amicus and Amelius (previously St · ATU 516C 1 recorded variant

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