Motif
ignored warning before danger
ignored_warning_before_danger
A motif of the Prophecy and Systematic Divination family. Every row below is a tagged passage; each rests on a quote in its source text.
3 occurrences
2 traditions
persian
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Persian Literature, Volume 1 GARSHSP / KAI-KOBD / KAI-KS / THE SEVEN LABORS OF RUSTEM; lines 4660-4714 confidence: high
The Shh of Hmvern plots to regain Sdveh and avenge himself; he invites Ks as a guest, Sdveh warns against treachery, and Ks nevertheless attends with his bride and warriors for seven days of sumptuous feasting.
Sdveh warns Ks not to trust the invitation, but he accepts it and is later captured.
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The Shahnama of Firdausi, Vol. II PAET II / ARGUMENT / VOL. II. F / KAI KAOS 87; lines 4643-4808 confidence: high
The narrator states that the ruler seeks to entrap Kai Kaus, being bad of heart and shrewd of wit, in order to retain his kingdom and child and escape tribute.
Siidaba warns Kai Kaus that the banquet is a trap, but he does not heed her and attends with his warriors.
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hopi
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The Traditions of the Hopi DOWNWARD. / UPWARD. / Q4. THE RED EAGLE SONG. 1 / W. WHY THE ANTS ARE SO THIN. 1; lines 12365-12448 confidence: high
A Navaho who had lived in Orafbi, been initiated into the Wtiwuchim society, and spoke Hopi warned Chinfwa that the Hopi should not follow because more Navaho were farther east.
A Navaho speaker warns Chinfwa that the Hopi should not follow because more Navaho are coming; Chinfwa reports it, but the Hopi pursue and enter battle.
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