Aarne–Thompson–Uther index · Tale type

ATU 1347 — Living Crucifix Chosen

1347
ATU tale-type number
2
Arne Thompson references
2
Thompson motif references
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Summary

Tale type

Peasants take their old crucifix to an artist for a new one. The artist asks them whether they want a living or dead crucifix. Argument: living God takes less for upkeep and he can be killed later. [J1738.2].

Earlier references

Concordance

Arne Thompson: 1347, 1347*

Thompson motif index: J1738.2., NA





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