Foolish imitation by an animal. Tries to go beyond his powers.
The wise and the foolish. · Fools (and other unwise persons). · Foolish imitation. · Types of foolish imitation. · view the constellation · filed as J2413
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Ass tries to caress his master like the dog. He is driven offAss tries to jump on the roof like the apeDaw tries to carry off lamb like eagle. Is caught in the lamb's fleeceAnimal dupe cuts off limb. Thinks he is imitating another animalThe 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.)Monkey sneezes in king's presence like rabbit. KilledCrane tries to catch fish like hawk. Is mired at water's edgeJackal tries to roar like lion at elephant. Is killedRaven tries to imitate dove's step but breaks his bones