Androcles and the Lion
Americannoun
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One contested passage compares the scriptural account of Daniel in the lion's den to the old tale of Androcles and the lion.
From Time Magazine Archive
And so for three years Androcles and the lion lived together in the cave; wandering about the woods together by day, sleeping together at night.
From The Animal Story Book by Various
From that moment Androcles and the lion became devoted friends.
From The Animal Story Book by Various
As he advanced in years, Richard of the Lion-heart became his chief historical hero; Androcles and the lion stirred up all the enthusiasm of his nature.
From Hunting the Lions by Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael)
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