Summary

Tale of the Doomed Prince (1907)

“ The great chief then sent men to put the stranger to death if he remained in the tower. When they came nigh the girl, she cried: "By the god, if you slay my chosen one, I will die also. I will not live a single hour if he is taken from me."
The girl's words were repeated to her father, and he, the great chief, said: "Let the young man, this stranger, be brought into my presence."
Then was the prince taken before the great chief. He was stricken with fear, but the girl's father embraced him and kissed him, saying: "You are indeed a noble youth.
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Tale of the Doomed Prince (1907)

“ So the prince was given a dog as he had desired. - The seven Hathors: They assist at birth and proclaim the destiny of the newborn.
The boy grew into young manhood, and his limbs were stout; he was indeed a prince of the land. He grew restless in the lonely house, and sent a message to his royal father, saying: "Hear me. Why am I kept a prisoner here? I am destined to die either by a crocodile, a serpent, or a dog; it is the will of the gods. Then let me go forth and follow my heart's desire while I live."
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Tale of the Doomed Prince (1907)

“ The crocodile said: "I am your doom and I follow you /////// (I cannot contend) with the giant, but, remember, I will watch you. /////// You may bewitch me (like) the giant, but if you see (me coming once again you will certainly perish) ." ”
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