Beschrijving
Welcome to the Clothes. A wise man (adviser) had been invited to the king’s (mayor’s) banquet, but he is denied entry because of his poor clothes. When he comes back in new clothes he is welcomed. When the food is served, the wise man pours it on his clothes. He explains that it is they who were welcomed [J1561.3].
Motief
J1561.3
Commentaar
Documented in the 12th century as an Arabic anecdote. Popular as a proverbial phrase.
Oorspronkelijk Verhaaltype
1558
Subgenre
mop