Motif
Magical helper obeys a human master's commands
magical_helper_obeys_a_human_master_s_commands
A motif of the Divine Intervention and Guidance family, within the sub-family Divine Possession and Inspiration. Every row below is a tagged passage; each rests on a quote in its source text.
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1 traditions
islamicate folklore
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The Arabian Nights Entertainments The Arabian Nights Entertainments; lines 8019-8146 confidence: high
After two months Aladdin's mother learns that the grand-vizir's son is to marry the Sultan's daughter that night; Aladdin remembers the lamp, rubs it, and the genie appears asking his will.
The genie appears when the lamp is rubbed, asks Aladdin's will, and executes commands to transport people and provide wealth, attendants, clothing, and a horse.
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