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The pig and the dog, squabbling each other

(Aesop’s Fables)

Translation　ちいさな翻訳屋さん

Japanese　←→　Japanese ＆ English　←→　English

　A pig and a dog were viciously arguing with one another.

　The pig said,

“In the name of Aphrodite, I would tear you into pieces with my teeth. ”

　Then the dog argued back with ironic face,

“Of course, you swear by Aphrodite. You are such a smart pig.

　Indeed, I see you are one of Aphrodite’s favorite.

　She absolutely forbids anyone who has tasted your disgusting flesh to enter her temple.”

　Then the pig replied,

“That’s exactly the proof of her love for me.

　She definitely keeps away anyone who has killed or teased me.

　As for you, you spread strongly foul smell in your lifetime and after your death.”



　This story shows a person who is good at speaking will take advantage of the curse from others

　to replace with compliment.

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