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SAGAS FROM THE FAR EAST.
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THE WISE PARROT.

1.  "At any former time," i. e. in a previous state of existence, according to the doctrine of metempsychosis.

2.  "The day will come"—similarly on occasion of a subsequent re-birth.

3.  Tsoktu Ilagukssan = brilliant majesty. (Jülg.)

4.  Naran Gerel = sunshine. (Jülg.)

5.  Ssaran = moon. (Jülg.)