When in Doubt, Bribe the Bishop

A hardworking donkey dies. His priest gives him a saintly burial. The bishop is outraged — until twenty pounds appear, and suddenly the donkey's soul is forgiven, his sins are wiped clean, and divine justice looks... surprisingly flexible.

Le testament de l’asne (The donkey’s legacy) is a fabliau about bribery, holiness, and the most successful donkey in medieval France.

📜 Text: Translation by Nathaniel E. Dubin

🎵 Title music: “Celebration” by Alexander Nakarada

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