μῦθοι Mythoi
Motif

Only one man is able to pluck fruits from tree.

Tests. · Identity tests: Recognition. · Recognition through personal peculiarities · view the constellation · filed as H31.12

In our texts — keyword-matched, unreviewed
Filed across the traditions
  • India *Thompson-Balys.
Within the index

Filed under Recognition by unique ability.

1 finer motif beneath it
Bridegroom alone able to pluck flower from bride's grave
Filed beside it
Recognition by unique ability to dislodge sword. Sword is stuck in a stone or tree Recognition by unique ability to bend bow Recognition by unique ability to swing spear Only one man can lift small pot from ground Recognition by unique ability to cut (carve) tree, etc Recognition by unique ability to break iron apple with first stone cast Recognition by unique ability to perform magic act Recognition by unique ability to shoot, swim, and drink Recognition by unique ability to handle easily a heavy stone Recognition by unique ability to play chess Recognition by unique ability to read inscription
Carried in tale types

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