FABLES. 



THE TWO POTS. 



AN earthen Pot, and one of brass, standing to- 

 gether upon the brink of a river, were both carried 

 away by the sudden rise of the water. The earthen 

 Pot shewed some uneasiness, fearing^ he should be 

 broken; but his companion of brass bade him be 

 under no apprehension, as he would take care of 

 him. Oh! replies the other, keep as far off as you 

 can, I entreat you: it is you I am most afraid of; 

 for whether the stream dash you against me, or me 

 against you, I am sure to be the sufferer, and, 

 therefore, I beg of you do not let us come near one 

 another. 



APPLICATION. 



A man of moderate fortune, who is contented 

 with what he has, and finds he can live happily 



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