The Elephant and the Pug is Krylov’s fable, which has become a classic of the genre. The characters of the fable, with Krylov’s witty words embedded in them, perfectly convey the relationships of people on display.
Fable Elephant and Pug read
They led an Elephant through the streets,
Apparently, for show.
It is known that Elephants are a curiosity among us,
So crowds of onlookers followed the Elephant.
No matter what, Moska will meet them.
When you see an Elephant, well, rush at it,
And bark, and squeal, and tear;
Well, he gets into a fight with him.
“Neighbor, stop being ashamed,”
Shavka says to her, “Should you bother with the Elephant?”
Look, you’re already wheezing, and he’s walking along
Forward
And he doesn’t notice your barking at all. -
“Eh, eh!” - Moska answers her, -
This is what gives me spirit,
What am I, without a fight at all,
I can get into big bullies.
Let the dogs say:
"Ay, Moska! know, she is strong,
What barks at the Elephant!
Moral of the fable Elephant and Pug
When figuring out the moral of the fable The Elephant and the Pug, opinions are divided into two camps. Some look at the fable directly, others look for the hidden meaning. The first assume that the moral is expressed in the last words: “Ay, Moska! know that she is strong, that she barks at the Elephant!” Others believe that the main idea is that although the noise around oneself can create any opinion of others, insightful people will still understand what all this noise is worth. It turns out that everyone sees the morality that is convenient for them to see due to their perception. Pugies especially don’t like the second morality, for whom it is more important not to be someone, but to have a reputation.
The third volume is devoted specifically to this genre of literature. Among the works there is the famous fable “The Elephant and the Pug,” which was written sometime in June 1808 and first published in the “Dramatic Messenger” magazine.
The plot of the fable
Once upon a time, an elephant was brought to an unknown city to show people this strange exotic animal. When he, big and important, was being led through the noisy streets, suddenly, out of nowhere, a small dog ran out to meet him - the mongrel Moska, who began to bark hysterically, rush around and literally get into a fight with the elephant. Her friend, Shavka, hinted to her that she shouldn’t strain herself so much, because the elephant doesn’t even notice you. But Moska is counting on this, to show his visible superiority over this huge animal.
The essence of the fable “The Elephant and the Pug”
Readers form an interesting opinion about the moral of this famous fable. After all, everyone sees in it something of their own, close, special and understandable. At the same time, emphasis is placed on the place where, as it seems to the reader, the most important meaning is hidden, which instructs and warns. Some, for example, see that the whole main essence of the fable is expressed only in the final words of the fable: “Ay, Moska! Know that she is strong, that she barks at the Elephant!”
Others see the main point in the fact that it is precisely such a noisy and seemingly stupid action that can create a very favorable impression on others. But this technique does not work on smart and insightful people, because the most important thing for them is not to be known as someone, but to be.
Fable "Elephant and Pug". Analysis
So, there are two main characters in the fable. This is Elephant and Moska. But still the main character is Moska. If you think a little, it will become clear that these are the types and images of two people who are completely different in moral and social perception. It is clear that the Elephant here acts as a well-mannered and prudent person with status, who clearly knows his goals and objectives and definitely follows them, despite the machinations of enemies whom he simply tries not to notice. And knowing all this, our “respected” mongrel Moska appears in public - a person who knows how to skillfully use various situations to his advantage, but at the expense of another - a strong and prudent person who, due to his authority, will not want to get involved with her.
The fable “The Elephant and the Pug” has a rather interesting and ambiguous meaning. In fact, Moska started all this in order to take advantage of the opportunity to attract the attention of other dogs, to show her fearlessness and courage. By the way, people very often use such techniques for their own selfish purposes, in order to curry favor with others. They deliberately resort to such tricks, believing that since they have not been answered, it means that they are superior to the one they are “barking” at.
The fable “Elephant and Moska” with particular poignancy was able to show how ridiculous and futile the efforts of the little dog Moska are and even more ridiculous and stupid are her canine surroundings, which perceive all her actions at face value.
They led an Elephant through the streets,
As you can see, for show -
It is known that Elephants are a curiosity among us -
So crowds of onlookers followed the Elephant.
No matter what, Moska will meet them.
When you see an Elephant, well, rush at it,
And bark, and squeal, and tear,
Well, he gets into a fight with him.
“Neighbor, stop being ashamed,”
The mongrel says to her, “Should you bother with the Elephant?”
Look, you’re already wheezing, and he’s walking along
And he doesn’t notice your barking at all.”
“Eh, eh!” - Moska answers her.
This is what gives me spirit,
What am I, without a fight at all,
I can get into big bullies.
Let the dogs say:
"Ay, Moska! know, she is strong,
What barks at the Elephant!
Krylov's fable Elephant and Moska
Moral of the fable Elephant and Pug
Ay, Moska! know she's strong
What barks at the Elephant!
Analysis of the fable Elephant and Moska
Analyzing Krylov’s fable “The Elephant and the Pug,” we can conclude that it has several meanings. The first is based on the fact that strength does not lie in muscles, but in the ability to express one’s opinion in words. The second morality will not be liked by Moskos, who are accustomed to saying unnecessary things about themselves and convincing others of their uniqueness. For people who consciously create an aura of glory, courage and bravery around themselves, it is much more important to be known as such than to actually be them.
The main character of the fable “Elephant and Moska” is precisely Moska. A small dog with the same small soul is trying with all his might to attract attention. But not an elephant, as it might seem at first glance, but those around him. She is not fearless and not brave at all. She only demonstrates to other dogs that she can bark even at a huge elephant. The elephant, by and large, doesn’t care who flashes under his feet. The pug understands this very well, which is why he bursts into barking, bragging to his girlfriends about his feigned courage.
Winged expressions from Krylov's fable The Elephant and the Pug:
- Know she is strong, that she barks at the Elephant.
They led an Elephant through the streets,
As you can see, for show -
It is known that Elephants are a curiosity among us, -
So crowds of onlookers followed the Elephant.
No matter what, Moska will meet them.
When you see an Elephant, well, rush at it,
And bark, and squeal, and tear,
Well, he gets into a fight with him.
“Neighbor, stop being ashamed,”
The mongrel says to her, “Should you bother with the Elephant?”
Look, you’re already wheezing, and he’s walking along
Forward
And he doesn’t notice your barking at all.” -
“Eh, eh!” - Moska answers her, -
This is what gives me spirit,
What am I, without a fight at all,
I can get into big bullies.
Let the dogs say:
"Ai, Moska! You know, she is strong,
What barks at the Elephant!
Moral of the fable “The Elephant and the Pug”
When figuring out the moral of the fable “The Elephant and the Pug,” opinions are divided into two camps. Some look at the fable directly, others look for the hidden meaning. The first assume that the moral is expressed in the last words: “Ay, Moska! know that she is strong, that she barks at the Elephant! Others believe that the main idea is that although the noise around oneself can create any opinion of others, insightful people will still understand what all this noise is worth. It turns out that everyone sees the morality that is convenient for them to see due to their perception. Pugies especially don’t like the second morality, for whom it is more important not to be someone, but to have a reputation.
The plot of the fable “The Elephant and the Pug”
The fable tells the story of an Elephant being led through the streets and a Pug barking at the Elephant. In response to another dog’s remark that the Elephant does not even notice Moska’s rage, Moska objects that her authority among dogs increases from barking, since when she attacks the Elephant, she looks strong and fearless.
Analysis of the fable by I.A. Krylov "Elephant and Moska"
In the fable, Elephant and Moska are the two main characters. The main character is the dog Moska, this is indicated by the fact that she is the only one with a name. The elephant has no name, remaining in the background. The image of the Elephant was created to convey the importance and greatness of the person it characterizes. The elephant really doesn’t care who barks at him, who fawns over him, wagging his tail.
Moska is a character, at first glance, negative, symbolizing people who know how to advertise themselves out of nowhere. Talking to a simple Shavka, she reveals the funny truth that although she barks at the Elephant, all her efforts are not directed towards him. The whole game is, in fact, designed for other dogs. There is no need for fights or dangers, it is enough just to give the impression of fearlessness, the possibility of attacking the Elephant, the powerful of this world. He won’t even pay attention to the small dog, but Moska will achieve his goal: he will show his courage and strength to ordinary dogs. Surprisingly, as in life, such tricks can really achieve your goal. Krylov, with his characteristic wit, was able to show how funny and absurd the efforts of little Moska are and at the same time how stupid the dogs around her are, taking cunning at face value.
Winged expressions, proverbs from the fable “The Elephant and the Pug”
- Know that she is strong, that she barks at the Elephant
- they drove an elephant through the streets
- without a fight... get into big bullies
Video of the fable “Elephant and Moska”
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Krylov’s classic fable “The Elephant and the Pug” will tell listeners how a small dog tried to increase its value by barking at a huge elephant.
They led an Elephant through the streets,Apparently, for show.
It is known that Elephants are a curiosity among us,
So crowds of onlookers followed the Elephant.
No matter what, Moska will meet them.
When you see an Elephant, well, rush at it,
And bark, and squeal, and tear;
Well, he gets into a fight with him.
Read the text of the fable:
Shavka says to her, “Should you bother with the Elephant?”
Look, you’re already wheezing, and he’s walking along
Forward
And he doesn’t notice your barking at all. -
\"Neighbor, stop being ashamed, -
This is what gives me spirit,
What am I, without a fight at all,
I can get into big bullies.
Let the dogs say:
“Eh, eh!” - Moska answers her, -
\"Ay, Moska! know, she is strong,
What barks at the Elephant!\"
The moral of the story is that no matter how much noise you make around yourself, it will not help you gain the respect of others. You need to choose an equal opponent, and not act like a small Moska who barked at a huge elephant. This often happens in everyday life. One tries to devalue the achievements of the other, or slander him, in order to thereby present himself as strong and noble in the eyes of others. However, this will not affect the object of gossip, ridicule or slander in any way - he will continue to move on, like a huge elephant, for which a small dog simply does not exist.