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Really depends on interpretation, of which there can be quite a few different ones: Even with a king riding on it, subdued and enduring abuse, it's still the el
by freeflight 9y ago
Really depends on interpretation, of which there can be quite a few different ones:
Even with a king riding on it, subdued and enduring abuse, it's still the elephant who's best (mightiest) among men exactly because of how it is patiently enduring.
Says something about power being independent of social status? How the strong keep enduring to preserve harmony?
If the elephant wanted, it could easily squash the king, regardless of him being a king or not.
- UnpossibleJim 9y agoDon't forget, the elephants are almost extinct, men are overpopulated and depressed, while kings have flourished and bicker for the riches of the world. While it's a lovely parable, if you extend it out, the truth of it becomes apparent =P
- jackhack 9y agoNot with a crushed spirit. A bird that has lived its life in a cage won't leave. It's really quite sad to see. Men convince themselves they are free by refusing to ackowledge the walls of their own dungeon.