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319. The Geese And The Tortoise

Once on a time, Brahmadatta was king of Benares, and the Bodhisatta being born to one of the king’s courtier, grew up, and became the king’s adviser in all things human and divine. But this king was very talkative; and when he talked there was no chance for any other to get in a word. And the Bodhisatta, wishing to put a stop to his much talking, kept watching for an opportunity.