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The Heifer, the Goat, the Sheep and the Lion

A Heifer, a Goat, a Sheep, and a Lion formed a partnership, and agreed to divide their earnings. The Goat having snared a stag, they sent for the Lion to divide it for them. The Lion said: "I will make four parts — the first shall be mine as judge; the second, because I am strongest; the third, because I am bravest; and the fourth — I will kill any one who dares touch it."

He who will steal a part will steal the whole.

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