The Jackal betrayed by his Howl

Once upon a time, when Brahmadatta was reigning in
Benares, the Bodhisatta was born as a young Lion, and
was the king of many lions. With a suite of lions he
dwelt in Silver Cave. Near by was a Jackal, living in
another cave.

One day, after a shower of rain, all the Lions were
together at the entrance of their leader's cave, roaring
loudly and gambolling about as lions use. As they were
thus roaring and playing, the Jackal too lifted up his
voice. " Here's this Jackal, giving tongue along with us ! "
said the Lions ; they felt ashamed, and were silent. When
they all fell silent, the Bodhisatta's cub asked him this
question. " Father, all these Lions that were roaring and
playing about have fallen silent for very shame on hearing
yon creature. What creature is it that betrays itself thus
by its voice ? " and he repeated the first stanza :

Who is it with a mighty cry makes Daddara resound?

Who is it, Lord of Beasts ? and why has he no welcome found ?

At his son's words the old Lion repeated the second
stanza :

The Jackal, of all beasts most vile, 'tis he that makes that sound:
The Lions loathe his baseness, while they sit in silence round.